White Bean Stew With Swiss Chard and Tomatoes

Recipe from People Magazine, 2011.01.10 "328 calories per serving"

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2  lbs swiss chard, large stems discarded and leaves cut crosswise into 2-inch strips
• 1⁄4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 3  garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 1⁄4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 (26 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. Add chard to a large pot of boiling water and simmer over moderate heat until tender, 8 minutes. Cool slightly, then drain and gently squeeze out excess liquid.
2. In the same saucepan, heat oil over medium-low heat, and cook garlic and crushed red pepper flakes until garlic is golden, 1 minute.
3. Add tomatoes and bring to a boil. Add beans and simmer over medium-high heat for 3 minutes.
4. Add the chard and simmer over medium heat until the flavors meld, 3 to 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, and serve.