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Capù: stuffed chard parcels

Published on 11 November 2025

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A humble Lombardy recipe made by my grandmother and mother. Simple but delicious, served as starters in Gargnano restaurants; I serve with mains, cheeses or cured meats. This is my family's version, each household varying slightly.

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  1. Step 1 of 15
    I wash leaves and remove white ribs, keeping for Breaded Chard Ribs on the blog.
  2. Step 2 of 15
    I spread leaves underside-up on the surface.
  3. Step 3 of 15
    I reserve smaller leaves.
  4. Step 4 of 15
    I finely chop them.
  5. Step 5 of 15
    I combine breadcrumbs and grated cheese in a bowl.
  6. Step 6 of 15
    I add chopped leaves, pepper, salt and parsley.
  7. Step 7 of 15
    I add egg and stock with dissolved butter.
  8. Step 8 of 15
    I work into firm but soft filling and add half a grated garlic clove.
  9. Step 9 of 15
    I divide into 5 portions on leaves, overlapping 2 leaves if needed.
  10. Step 10 of 15
    I roll into well-sealed parcels.
  11. Step 11 of 15
    I tie with kitchen string.
  12. Step 12 of 15
    I prepare all.
  13. Step 13 of 15
    I boil in very lightly salted water for about 20 minutes, testing tenderness by piercing leaves. I added remaining half garlic to water.
  14. Step 14 of 15
    I drain, cool slightly and remove string.
  15. Step 15 of 15
    I slice and serve with good extra virgin olive oil.

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