Sautéed Swiss Chard

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Recipe from Sylvia's Table by Liz Neumark

Ingredients (serves 4-6):
1 large bunch leafy greens
2 tbsp olive oil
1 small garlic clove
1 tsp butter
Pinch of red chili flakes
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Directions:
1) Rinse the leaves thoroughly. Remove the tough bottom third or so of the stalk and discard or reserve it for broth.
2) Roughly chop the leaves into 1-inch-wide strips. Heat a saucepan over medium heat and pour in the olive oil. Smash the garlic with the red chili flakes, add to the pan, and sauté for about a minute. Scatter in the chopped greens and cover the pan.
3) Check after about 5 minutes to see if the pot seems dry and add a couple tablespoons of water if needed. With tongs or a spatula, flip the leaves over and cook, uncovered, until they are just tender. Stir in the butter, season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve.