Cavatappi and Chard Recipe

Name: Cavatappi and Chard
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup pine nuts; 2 Tbs. olive oil; 3 large shallots, thinly sliced (1 1/2 cups); 2 cloves garlic, minced (2 tsp.); 2 Tbs. apple cider vinegar; 1 tsp. ground cumin; 1 1/2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth; 6 cups Swiss chard stems, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup golden raisins; 16 oz. cavatappi pasta; 6 Tbs. grated Locatelli Romano cheese, optional; Fresh thyme sprigs for garnish, optional

Servings: persons

1/4 cup pine nuts
2 Tbs. olive oil
3 large shallots, thinly sliced (1 1/2 cups)
2 cloves garlic, minced (2 tsp.)
2 Tbs. apple cider vinegar
1 tsp. ground cumin
1 1/2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
6 cups Swiss chard stems, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup golden raisins
16 oz. cavatappi pasta
6 Tbs. grated Locatelli Romano cheese, optional
Fresh thyme sprigs for garnish, optional

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Toast pine nuts in dry skillet over medium heat 5 minutes, or until browned and fragrant, shaking often.
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Transfer to bowl.
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Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add shallots, and cook 5 minutes, or until golden brown, stirring occasionally.
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Add garlic, and cook 1 minute more.
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Remove from heat, and stir in vinegar and cumin.
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Let vinegar evaporate 20 seconds, then return skillet to medium-high heat.
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Add broth and &frac13; cup water, and bring to a simmer.
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Stir in chard stems, cover, and reduce heat to medium-low.
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Simmer 12 minutes, or until chard stems are tender.
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Stir in heavy cream and golden raisins, and simmer 10 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
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Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions.
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Drain, and stir into chard mixture.
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Transfer to serving bowl, and top with pine nuts.
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Sprinkle with cheese and thyme sprigs, if desired.

1692

kcal

Calories

123

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup pine nuts, 2 Tbs. olive oil, 3 large shallots, thinly sliced (1 1/2 cups), 2 cloves garlic, minced (2 tsp.), and more.

Yes, Cavatappi and Chard 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!

Cavatappi and Chard

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