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spinach with garlic and olive oil

Spinach, a vegetable rich in vitamins and minerals, and is now being usurped by its famous cousin, kale.  But let’s not forget how wonderful fresh spinach can be for a salad or gentle cooked as a side dish.

Its elegant and subtle flavor will always have a place at my table.

 

spinach with garlic and olive oil

Spinach, a vegetable rich in vitamins and minerals, and is now being usurped by its famous cousin, kale.  But let’s not forget how wonderful fresh spinach can be for a salad or gentle cooked as a side dish.

Its elegant and subtle flavor will always have a place at my table.

 

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Ingredients

Recipe serves: 4
1 1/2 cups spinach (about 10 ounces)
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 gloves garlic, smashed and skin removed
salt, to tast
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spinach with garlic and olive oil
  • time
    10 minutes
  • serves
    4
  • skill level
    Easy

Ingredients

Directions

1
Done

Clean the spinach well in a colander, rinsing several times to ensure sand and dirt are removed. Cut off any large, hard stems - but most stems can and should remain. If you keep the spinach slightly damp, it helps with cooking.

2
Done

In a medium saute pan over medium heat, add the olive oil and garlic. Gently cook the garlic for about 2-3 minutes to infuse into the oil. You do not want to burn, make sure heat is controlled.

3
Done

Add the damp spinach, tossing in the olive oil and garlic until it begins to wilt. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, tossing constantly to avoid burning of both the spinach and the garlic.

4
Done

If not serving right away, cook for 2 minutes and remove from heat. When ready to serve, finish cooking process for another two minutes, add salt to taste.

5
Done

Remove garlic bulbs (optional) before plating.