Oyster Swiss Chard Gratin With Country Bacon

Name: Oyster Swiss Chard Gratin With Country Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 thick slices smoky bacon, cut into small dice; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 small onion, minced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 bunches Swiss chard, stemmed, leaves chopped into 1/2-inch dice; 2 cups heavy cream; 1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 18 oysters, freshly shucked, patted dry, and coarsely chopped; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese; 1 cup fresh bread crumbs

Servings: persons

3 thick slices smoky bacon, cut into small dice
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 small onion, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 bunches Swiss chard, stemmed, leaves chopped into 1/2-inch dice
2 cups heavy cream
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
18 oysters, freshly shucked, patted dry, and coarsely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup fresh bread crumbs

1
Preheat the oven to 400u00b0F.
2
Brown the bacon in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add the butter, onion, garlic, and Swiss chard and saute until the chard is completely wilted. Remove from the heat. Pour the mixture into a colander set in the sink and squeeze out all excess liquid. Reserve.
3
Return the pan to the stove and add the cream and nutmeg. Bring to a boil over high heat, then decrease the heat to medium-low so the cream does not boil over. Cook the cream until it reduces to 1 cup. Set aside to cool.
4
In a bowl, combine the chard mixture, cooled cream, and oysters. Mix well and season with salt and pepper. Spoon the mixture into a 3-quart gratin dish. Using the back of a spoon, spread the mixture evenly. In a small bowl, mix together the Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs and sprinkle the topping evenly over the gratin.
5
Bake until the mixture is bubbling around the sides and the crust is lightly golden brown, about 12 minutes.
6
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

983

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Protein

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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.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 thick slices smoky bacon, cut into small dice, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 small onion, minced, 2 cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Oyster Swiss Chard Gratin With Country Bacon falls under the Seafood 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.

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