Acelgas en Crema (Argentine Swiss Chard in Cream Sauce)


Subject: Acelgas en Crema (Argentine Swiss Chard in Cream Sauce)
From: Unicorn (unicorn@indenial.com)
Date: Wed Feb 26 2003 - 05:47:45 EST


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             TODAY'S RECIPE
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You can use this recipe to dress up other tender greens such as
spinach or Romaine lettuce.

Acelgas en Crema (Argentine Swiss Chard in Cream Sauce)

3 Tbs (45 ml) butter
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 medium carrot, finely chopped
1 medium potato, peeled and diced
1 1/2 lbs (675 g) Swiss chard, green and white parts,
thinly sliced
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/4 cup (60 ml) heavy cream

Heat the butter in a large saucepan over moderate heat and saute the
onion, carrot, and potato until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the
Swiss chard and simmer covered until tender, about 10 minutes. Season
with salt and pepper and stir in the cream. Simmer uncovered for 2
minutes. Serves 4 to 6.



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