Mediterranean Pasta with Greens recipe

8 servings

1 (16 ounce) package dry fusilli pasta

1 bunch Swiss chard, stems removed

2 tablespoons olive oil

1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped

1/2 cup pitted, chopped kalamata olives

1/2 cup pitted, chopped green olives

1 clove garlic, minced

1/4 cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.

Stir in pasta, cook for 10 to 12 minutes, until al dente, and drain.

Place chard in a microwave safe bowl.

Fill bowl about 1/2 full with water.

Cook on High in the microwave 5 minutes, until limp; drain.

Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes, kalamata olives, green olives, and garlic.

Mix in the chard.

Cook and stir until tender.

Toss with pasta and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese to serve.