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Penne with Chard and Ricotta

(recipe, Hillsdale Farmers' Market)

Ingredients

1. 4 Tbsp. olive oil
2. 1 bunch chard, stems removed and leaves cut into 1 inch wide ribbons
3. 3 cloves garlic, chopped
4. 1 lb. penne
5. ½ lb. ricotta
6. ½ cup water
7. salt
8. pepper

Steps

1. Bring large pot of salted water to a boil. Place oil and garlic in a large pan over medium heat. Cook until garlic begins to sizzle. Add chard and water. Cook until chard is tender, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
2. Cook penne and drain when done. In a large serving bowl, toss together penne, ricotta and greens. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve with grated Pecorino Romano (optional).