Garlic Creamed Chard

Had some chard to use. I chose this recipe, which I liked because it uses both the leaves and the stems! :)

Ingredients:
1 T grapeseed oil
1 lb chard, stems and leaves separated, chopped
2 T minced garlic
4 tsp Earth Balance buttery spread
4 tsp all-purpose flour
2/3 c unsweetened soymilk
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper
1/8 tsp ground nutmeg

Directions:
1. Heat oil over medium heat. Add chard stems and cook, stirring often, until softened, 5 minutes. Stir in chard leaves and cook, stirring constantly, until wilted, about 2 minutes. Cover and cook, stirring once, until tender, about 2 minutes more. Transfer to a colander placed in the sink and press with a spoon to remove excess liquid. Return the chard to the pot, cover and keep warm.

2. Place garlic and butter in a small saucepan over medium heat and cook
until the garlic is fragrant but not browned, about 2 minutes. Whisk in flour and cook until bubbling, about 30 seconds. Add milk, salt, pepper and nutmeg; cook, whisking constantly, until thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir the chard into the sauce and serve immediately.
Makes 4 servings.

Nutritional Information:
Calories: 116
Fat: 8g
Saturated: 1.5g                                     
Carbs: 9.5g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 3.5g

Ratings:
Kristen: 4 (yum, garlic!)
Dave: 3.5 (He says I should definitely make this again!)