Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
 1 kg of Swiss chard |
 1 teaspoon of starch |
 500 ml of milk |
 50 g of butter |
 50 g of flour |
 1 egg yolk |
 25 g of grated Comté cheese |
 1/2 teaspoon of grated nutmeg |
| Pepper |
 1 tablespoon of olive oil (for the dish) |
Utensils
 Casserole dish |
 Kitchen knife |
 Pot |
 Wooden spoon |
 Oven |
 Bowl |
 Ramekin or small dish |
Colander |
 Whisk |
 Measuring cup |
Preparation step by step
Total cooking time: 40 minutes
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Rest time: 0 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
STEP 1: Start by washing the Swiss chard. Separate the stalks and leaves, keeping both for the recipe.
STEP 2: Cook the Swiss chard in a large pot of salted water for about 20 minutes. Then, drain the vegetables carefully.
STEP 3: While the Swiss chard is cooking, prepare the béchamel sauce. Melt the butter, add the flour and mix well.
STEP 4: Gradually incorporate the milk into the mixture while stirring to avoid lumps. Add nutmeg to taste.
STEP 5: Preheat the oven to 210°C (thermostat 7) while the béchamel thickens. Season with pepper.
STEP 6: In a greased casserole dish, arrange a layer of Swiss chard, then pour the béchamel on top. Repeat the operation.
STEP 7: Finally, add a bit of grated Comté cheese on top for a golden and tasty crust.
STEP 8: Bake the gratin for about 30 minutes, until it is well golden and bubbling.
Making a Swiss chard gratin at home is a simple and tasty way to enjoy this nutrient-rich vegetable. By highlighting the stems of Swiss chard and the greens, this recipe provides a beautiful harmony of textures and flavors. The preparation of the béchamel sauce gives a comforting creaminess that perfectly accompanies the steamed Swiss chard.
With a few basic ingredients such as butter, flour and milk, your dish will come to life in no time. By adding a touch of cheese for the golden crust, each bite will be a celebration of flavors. Feel free to enhance this recipe with spices or herbs to add your personal touch.
