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Creamy Chard

Swiss chard doesn’t have to be bitter. This creamy side dish has a rich and somewhat sweet flavor that will leave your guests begging for more.
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Course Appetizer
Cuisine Continental

Servings 4 servings
Calories 1129.92 kcal

Ingredients

  

  • 1 bunch chard leaves, stems chopped and cooked with the leaves
  • 8 ounce(s) reduced-fat cream cheese
  • 1 tablespoon(s) butter or olive oil
  • 1/2 onion
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 teaspoon(s) lemon pepper
  • 1 dash(es) salt
  • 3 dash(es) fresh nutmeg, grated
  • 1/2 cup(s) Parmesan cheese

Instructions

 

  • Simmer the chopped chard.
  • Meanwhile, finely chop the onion and garlic and saute them in the oil.
  • Lower the heat, add the chard, the cream cheese and the seasonings and stir until the cream cheese melts.
  • Turn the mixture into a microwaveable – or ovenproof dish and top with the Parmesan cheese.
  • Heat in microwave until cheese melts and serve.
  • Ready in 20 min.

Nutrition

Calories: 1129.92kcalCarbohydrates: 21.92gProtein: 33.59gFat: 103.76gSaturated Fat: 60.79gCholesterol: 319.97mgSodium: 1875.13mgFiber: 3.02gSugar: 10.29g

Keyword Diabetes Friendly, Lemon, Vegetables
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