Recipe: Swiss Chard with Hot Seasoned Vinegar

SWISS CHARD WITH HOT SEASONED VINEGAR

FOR THE SEASONED VINEGAR:
2 Habanero or jalapeno peppers
1 cup white vinegar
4 thyme sprigs
2 cloves garlic, crushed
FOR THE SWISS CHARD:
2 lb Swiss chard or collard greens
1/4 cup water

TO PREPARE THE SEASONED VINEGAR:
Pierce peppers with a fork. Combine peppers, vinegar, thyme, and garlic in a glass jar; let stand 2 to 3 days. Strain seasoned vinegar before serving.

TO PREPARE THE SWISS CHARD:
Remove stems and center ribs from the Swiss chard, and wash the leaves thoroughly.

Combine Swiss chard and water in a large Dutch oven; cover and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes or until tender.

Yield: 6 servings
(serving size: 1 cup greens and 1 tablespoon of seasoned vinegar).
Source: Cooking Light, Jul/Aug 1995