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Harvest Swiss Chard

Swiss Chard

 

Farm Recipe:

Sauteed Swiss Chard

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Ingredients:

  • Fresh Swiss chard leaves, chopped

  • Olive oil

  • Garlic, minced

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  2. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

  3. Add chopped Swiss chard leaves to the skillet.

  4. Sauté until leaves are wilted and tender, stirring occasionally, about 5-7 minutes.

  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  6. Serve hot as a delicious and nutritious side dish.

Image by Markus Spiske

 

When is it "pick-perfect"?

Swiss chard leaves are ready to harvest when they are young and tender, usually about 6-8 inches tall. Avoid harvesting older leaves that may become tough and bitter.

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How to Harvest:

  • Grasp the base of the leaf near the soil.

  • Use your other hand to gently pull the leaf upwards, separating it from the main stem.

  • Harvest outer leaves first, allowing inner leaves to continue growing.

Storage:

  • Trim leaves with a knife or tear with hands, depending on leaf size and tenderness.

  • Store Swiss chard in the refrigerator for up to a week in a plastic bag to maintain freshness.

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