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Sautéed Summer Squash with Leeks & Chard

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 medium leeks
2 medium cloves garlic
4-5 medium summer squash, sliced lengthwise and cut into ¼-inch pieces
1 bunch chard, stems removed and leaves cut into thin ribbons
Salt & Pepper

Directions:

1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
2. Add leeks and a pinch of salt and pepper; sauté until leeks just begin to soften, about 2 minutes.
3. Add garlic, squash and chard and continue cooking for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Add another pinch of salt and cover pan.
5. Cook until squash is tender and chard has wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.