Swiss Chard, Raisins & Pine Nuts

Ingredients

• 1 bunch Swiss Chard (any Variety)
• Stems And Leaves Separated
• 1/2 whole Medium Onion
• Diced
• 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1 pinch Red Pepper Flakes
• 1/4 cups Golden Raisins
• Raisins Or Currants
• 1/4 cups Toasted Pine Nuts
• 1 Tablespoon Champagne Or White Wine Vinegar

Instructions

1. Wash and dry Swiss chard.
2. Cut stems into 3/4 inch pieces.
3. Cut leaves into 1-inch strips.
4. Heat oil in a large saute pan over medium heat.
5. Add onion and chard stems to pan, season with salt, pepper and red pepper flakes.
6. Saute 46 minutes or until softened and onions are translucent.
7. While onion and chard cook, heat a small cup of water in the microwave to almost boiling.
8. Add raisins and allow to plump and soften slightly for about 58 minutes.
9. Drain, reserving water.
10. Add leaves to pan, season with salt and pepper, and saute 46 minutes or until tender.
11. Add a few tablespoons of raisin water to help steam the greens.
12. During the last minute of cooking, stir in raisins, pine nuts and vinegar and taste for seasoning.
13. Enjoy.