Swiss Chard and Ricotta Salata Egg Bake

Swiss Chard and Ricotta Salata Egg Bake
Need a gluten free and primal main course? Swiss Chard and Ricotta Salatan Egg Bake could be a super recipe to try. This recipe makes 8 servings with 358 calories, 22g of protein, and 28g of fat each. This recipe covers 23% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. A mixture of butter, pepper, salt, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so yummy. To use up the heavy whipping cream you could follow this main course with the Homemade Strawberry Shortcake with Grand Marnier Whipped Cream as a dessert. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 45 minutes.

Instructions

1
Wash chard and trim discolored ends of stems.
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Cut out central stalk from leaves with a V-shaped incision that follows the tapering shape of the stalk. Thinly slice stalks and set aside. Chop leaves.
3
In a large frying pan over medium-high heat, melt 2 tbsp. butter.
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4
Add chard stalks and 1/2 tsp. salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender.
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5
Add chard leaves and garlic. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until leaves are tender. Stir in white pepper. Set aside and let cool slightly.
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6
Butter a 9- by 12-in. baking dish.
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7
Spread cooked chard on bottom and sprinkle with ricotta salata. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, cream, and remaining 1/2 tsp. salt.
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8
Pour over chard and ricotta salata.
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9
Sprinkle with gruyre, cover with plastic wrap, and chill overnight.
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Preheat oven to 35
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Remove plastic wrap from eggs and bake until set and top is golden brown, 40 to 45 minutes.
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Serve hot, cut into squares.
DifficultyHard
Ready In45 m.
Servings8
Health Score16
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