SWISS CHARD WITH TOASTED BREADCRUMBS

Steps:

• In a 5-quart saucepan, melt 1/2 tablespoon of the butter over medium heat. Add the breadcrumbs and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Cook, tossing, until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Set aside; wipe the pan with a paper towel.
• Trim the chard; slice crosswise 3/4 inch thick, keeping the stems separate from the greens. In the pan, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high. Cook the stems, stirring, until tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Add the greens; cover and cook over medium-low until wilted, 5 minutes. Uncover; cook, stirring, over medium-high until the pan is dry, 6 to 8 minutes.
• Season with salt and pepper; add a pinch of sugar, if desired. Top with the toasted breadcrumbs.