Swiss Chard Gratin Recipe

Swiss Chard Gratin Recipe
1.5 (2 ratings)
Here’s an elegant and easy to make side dish that’s sure to impress guests, courtesy of Michelin-starred Daniel restaurant in New York City.
Servings
6
Ingredients
  • salt, for cooking chard, plus more to taste
  • 6 pound swiss chard, leaves and stems separated
  • 2 tablespoon butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2 tablespoon flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup gruyère cheese, shredded
  • 1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated
Directions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat, and place a bowl of ice water on the side. Boil the chard leaves until tender. Transfer to the bowl of ice water. Strain well in a colander and chop roughly. Cut the stems into thin slices and set aside.
  3. In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, add 1 tablespoon of the butter, garlic, and stems. Cook the stems until tender; remove and set aside. Add the flour and the remaining butter to the pan and reduce heat to low. Cook, stirring, for 3 minutes, being careful not to brown the butter. Using a whisk, gradually stir in the milk and nutmeg. Cook, whisking, for 3 minutes. With a wooden spoon, add the chopped leaves, cooked garlic, and stems; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  4. Transfer to a small casserole dish (or individual casseroles if you have them). Sprinkle evenly with the cheeses and bake 6-8 minutes, or until golden brown.