Ingredients

2lbsSwiss chard

¼cupextra-virgin olive oil

3clovegarlic

¼tspred pepper,crushed

1cuptomatoes,canned

1cannellini beans

salt

Preparation

Bring a saucepan of water to a boil. Add the chard and simmer over moderate heat for 8 minutes, until tender. Drain the greens and gently press out excess water.

In the saucepan, heat the oil. Add the garlic and crushed red pepper and cook over moderate heat until the garlic is golden.

Add the tomatoes and bring to a boil. Add the beans and simmer over moderately high heat for 3 minutes. Add the chard and simmer over moderate heat until the flavors meld. Season the stew with salt and serve.