Chard and Potatoes

This easy dish is delicious served over a slice of toasted sourdough bread.

Makes 4 servings

Ingredients:

1 bunch chard (1-2 lbs), stems removed
2 lbs potatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large clove garlic, sliced thinly
1 - 2 tomatoes or 14 ounce can of diced, halved or whole tomatoes (optional)
salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

Cover potatoes with water, add salt to taste and cook for about 25 minutes or until tender. Drain and chop into bite-size pieces. In a large skillet, cook chard leaves in boiling water for about 10 minutes or until tender. Drain and chop into bite-size pieces. Return skillet to oven and add oil and garlic. Saute garlic for 1-2 minutes. Add chard, potatoes, and tomatoes (if using). Use a large wooden spoon to break up the potatoes. Add salt and pepper to taste.