Spaghetti With Red Chard And Mustard Cream Sauce

Name: Spaghetti With Red Chard And Mustard Cream Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) package spaghetti; 3 tablespoons butter, divided; 1/2 onion, chopped; 1 bunch red Swiss chard, stems trimmed and finely chopped, leaves coarsely chopped; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1/2 cup heavy cream, or as needed; 3 teaspoons Dijon mustard, or more to taste; salt and pepper to taste; 2 medium tomatoes, diced; 1 pinch ground nutmeg; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Servings: persons

1 (8 ounce) package spaghetti
3 tablespoons butter, divided
1/2 onion, chopped
1 bunch red Swiss chard, stems trimmed and finely chopped, leaves coarsely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 cup heavy cream, or as needed
3 teaspoons Dijon mustard, or more to taste
salt and pepper to taste
2 medium tomatoes, diced
1 pinch ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain.
2
Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a deep frying pan over low heat. Cook onions, chard stalks, and garlic until soft while stirring, 5 to 10 minutes. Add chard leaves and the rest of the butter. Cover and cook until chard is soft and wilted, about 8 to 10 minutes.
3
Combine cream and mustard in a bowl; season with salt and pepper. Add to chard in pan and simmer for 3 to 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, cover, and cook until tomatoes are soft, about 5 minutes. Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
4
Add drained pasta to vegetable sauce and stir to combine. Serve with Parmesan cheese.

226

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (8 ounce) package spaghetti, 3 tablespoons butter, divided, 1/2 onion, chopped, 1 bunch red Swiss chard, stems trimmed and finely chopped, leaves coarsely chopped, and more.

Yes, Spaghetti With Red Chard And Mustard Cream Sauce falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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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Spaghetti With Red Chard And Mustard Cream Sauce

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