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Chard and White Bean Soup





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Makes 2 1/2 quarts; 4 to 6 servings

While the soup simmers, brush some slices of country bread or levain with olive oil and toast them, to serve with the hot soup.

Chard and White Bean Soup




James Carrier
 1 bunch Swiss chard (about 1 lb.)
 1 tablespoon olive oil
 1 tablespoon minced garlic
 1 quart fat-skimmed chicken broth
 2 cans (15 oz. each) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  About 1/2 cup fresh-grated parmesan cheese (see notes)
  Salt and fresh-ground pepper
Step 1
1

Rinse chard well and trim off and discard discolored stem ends; tear leaves from stems. Thinly slice stems crosswise; cut leaves into 1-inch pieces.

Step 2
2

Pour oil into a 4- to 5-quart pan over medium heat. Add chard stems and garlic; stir often until stems are limp, about 10 minutes. Add chard leaves, broth, and 3 cups water (see notes). Bring to a simmer; cook, stirring occasionally, until chard is tender to bite, 10 minutes longer.

Step 3
3

Add beans and stir occasionally until hot, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in 1/2 cup parmesan cheese and add salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls; offer more parmesan to add at the table.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 0

Amount Per Serving
Calories 196Calories from Fat 26
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5.6g9%

Saturated Fat 1.9g10%
Cholesterol 6.4mg3%
Sodium 526mg22%
Total Carbohydrate 19g7%

Dietary Fiber 6.8g28%
Protein 17g34%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.