Veggie Spotlight - Swiss Chard

Did you know that Swiss Chard didn't originate in Switzerland? It's believed to instead be from Italy.

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Swiss chard can be found in stores year round as it grows in both warmer and cooler weather.

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Chard is related to beets. You can use beet greens just as you would chard.

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The stems of chard can be pink, red, white, yellow, and orange.

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You can include Swiss Chard when making pesto.

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Sautee chard with some garlic and add it to your favorite pasta.

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Also chopped chard is great to add into hot soups.

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Growing Swiss Chard is easier than spinach and will add color to your garden.

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