Sauteed Baby Spinach and Garlic

Steve_G's Note:

A terrific side dish or salad. My favorite way to eat spinach

• Total Time: 15 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 5 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 3

• 10 -12 ounces baby spinach, well cleaned and dried
• 4 -5 garlic cloves, sliced thin
• 1 -2 tablespoon olive oil
• kosher salt
• fresh grated nutmeg (optional)

Directions:

1. Heat oil In a large lidded sauce pan over a medium heat.
2. Add garlic and toss (or stir) until it just starts to turn color.
3. Remove from heat and IMMEDIATEY add spinach.
4. Toss with a set of tongs to coat the spinach with oil/garlic.
5. Salt to taste, some folks like it with a just a bit of fresh grated nutmeg.
6. Cover and let sit for a couple minutes, toss again and serve.
7. It should just be slightly warmed and retain it's crunch.

Reviews

[Cheri 911]

I made as directed, and this was just perfect for two. I added some red pepper flakes for spice, but really it was wonderful as written. Thanks.

[rickoholic83]

A great way to use up spinach! I used 1 T oil and 1 T butter and added some red pepper flakes. Thanks for sharing!

[mama smurf]

Wonderful!!! What's not to like that has garlic in it...made as directed and served it with Egyptian Spiced Prawns#414980 and jasmine rice. Everyone loved our lunch. Thank you. Made for Spring into Spring with Garlic and Soy Tag Game 2011.