Yellow Split Peas Sautéed with Swiss Chard, Raisins and Pine Nuts
Course
Main Dish
Ingredients
2
cups
water
2
lbs
swiss chard
stems removed and leaves coarsely chopped
2
cups
cooked yellow split peas
1
tbsp
canola oil
3
oz
ham
diced
1/4
cup
pine nuts (or sliced almonds or sunflower seeds)
1/4
cup
raisins, presoaked
Instructions
IN a large saucepan, bring the water to a boil over high heat.
ADD the Swiss chard, cover, and cook for 3 minutes, or until tender-crisp. Drain the chard in a colander, pressing on it firmly with the back of a spoon to remove any excess liquid.
IN a large skillet, heat the canola oil over high heat. Add the ham and sauté, stirring, for 1 to 2 minutes to colour lightly.
ADD the pine nuts, stir well, then add the Swiss chard, peas, raisins, again mixing well.
COOK briefly until all ingredients are heated through. Enjoy.
Recipe Notes
(recipe credit :http://www.pulsecanada.com/)