Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 tbsp

extra virgin olive oil

1 tbsp

butter

1 unit

onion

diced

1 unit

potato

sliced extremely thin

1 bunch

swiss chard

washed and chopped

3 slice

swiss cheese

1.5 tbsp

fresh basil

minced

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

Step 1
~3 min

Heat olive oil and butter in a large saute pan over medium heat.

Step 2
~3 min

Add diced onions to the pan.

Step 3
~3 min

Cook onions until translucent.

Step 4
~3 min

Add thinly sliced potatoes to the pan.

Step 5
~3 min

Mix well to coat potatoes with oil and onions.

Step 6
~3 min

Cover the pan with a lid.

Step 7
~3 min

Let the onions caramelize and the potatoes soften for about 10 minutes.

Step 8
~3 min

Add chopped swiss chard to the pan without mixing.

Step 9
~3 min

Cover with the lid again.

Step 10
~3 min

Allow the swiss chard to steam for about 5 minutes.

Step 11
~3 min

Mix the contents of the pan.

Step 12
~3 min

Recover the pan and let it cook for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 13
~3 min

Remove the lid.

Step 14
~3 min

Season with minced fresh basil, salt, and pepper.

Step 15
~3 min

Mix well.

Step 16
~3 min

Cover the top with slices of swiss cheese.

Step 17
~3 min

Allow the cheese to melt for a minute.

Step 18
~3 min

Serve casserole style.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a mandoline for uniformly thin potato slices.

Don't overcook the swiss chard; it should still have some bite.

Add a pinch of nutmeg for extra flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepped ahead and assembled, then cooked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with roasted chicken or pork.

Pair with a simple green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted Chicken
Pork Tenderloin
Green Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Europe

Cultural Significance

A simple, comforting dish using local ingredients.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Holiday Side Dish

Popularity Score

65/100