Ziti with Swiss Chard & Walnuts

1 lb. ziti
4 T. olive oil, divided
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1-1/2 lbs. Swiss chard, trimmed and sliced
1-1/4 t. salt, divided
1/4 t. pepper
1/2 c. walnuts, toasted and chopped
1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 c. ricotta cheese

Cook ziti, following package directions. Drain and reserve 1 c. cooking water.

Meanwhile, heat 2 T. olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add garlic and cook 1 minute. Stir in chard and 1/4 t. each salt and pepper. Cook 8 minutes, until tender.

Toss pasta with chard, walnuts, Parmesan, 2 T. olive oil, 1 t. salt, and enough cooking water to make a sauce. Stir in ricotta.

(Can also use broccoli rabe instead of chard and diced smoked mozzarella instead of ricotta.)

Serves 6.

Adapted from Family Circle magazine, June 2016, p. 78.