Bran Crammed Swiss Chard Rolls Recipe

Name: Bran Crammed Swiss Chard Rolls Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lrg Bunch Swiss chard, about 10 leaves; 1 c. Grnd ham; 1 x Egg, lightly beaten; 1/2 c. Lowfat milk, scalded and cooled; 1 c. Fresh bread crumbs; 1 c. Bran Flakes cereal, grnd fine; 1 c. Grated Monterey Jack cheese with jalapenos; 2 Tbsp. Minced fresh parsley; 1/8 tsp Grnd mace; 1/8 tsp Freshly grated nutmeg; 1/2 tsp Salt; 1/4 tsp Freshly grnd black pepper; 2 x Cloves garlic; 1 c. Chicken stock, warmed; 1 Tbsp. Unsalted butter; 1 lrg Tomato, seeded and minced; 1 pch Sugar Minced fresh parsley, for garnish

Servings: persons

1 lrg Bunch Swiss chard, about 10 leaves
1 c. Grnd ham
1 x Egg, lightly beaten
1/2 c. Lowfat milk, scalded and cooled
1 c. Fresh bread crumbs
1 c. Bran Flakes cereal, grnd fine
1 c. Grated Monterey Jack cheese with jalapenos
2 Tbsp. Minced fresh parsley
1/8 tsp Grnd mace
1/8 tsp Freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Freshly grnd black pepper
2 x Cloves garlic
1 c. Chicken stock, warmed
1 Tbsp. Unsalted butter
1 lrg Tomato, seeded and minced
1 pch Sugar Minced fresh parsley, for garnish

1
Rinse the chard and trim off most of the heavy white ribs.
2
Cook in boiling salted water to cover till just wilted, 2 to 3 min.
3
Drain.
4
Place the ham in a large bowl and add in all the ingredients through the black pepper.
5
Mix thoroughly.
6
Place about 1 1/2 tbsp ham mix on the rib side of each leaf.
7
Roll it up, folding in the ends like an envelope.
8
Place the chard envelopes seam side down in a lightly buttered baking dish.
9
Place the garlic cloves on the bottom of the dish.
10
Pour the chicken stock over the chard, and bake, covered for 25 min at 350 F.
11
Remove the baking dish from the oven, and carefully drain off all liquid into a bowl, reserving the garlic.
12
Keep the chard rolls hot , uncovered, in a 225 F oven.
13
Heat the butter in a medium pan over medium heat.
14
Add in the cooked garlic and mash it with a fork.
15
Stir in the tomato, sprinkle with the sugar, and then stir in the reserved cooking juices.
16
Heat to boiling and boil rapidly till thickened, about 10 min.
17
Spoon the sauce over the chard, and sprinkle with parsley.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lrg Bunch Swiss chard, about 10 leaves, 1 c. Grnd ham, 1 x Egg, lightly beaten, 1/2 c. Lowfat milk, scalded and cooled, and more.

Yes, Bran Crammed Swiss Chard Rolls Recipe falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!