Sauteed Baby Spinach With a Kick

Submitted by *Parsley*

"Easy side dish to make. The "kick" is from the red pepper flakes; add the amoun to your taste."

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 4-6

ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
• 1⁄2 cup chopped onion
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 12 ounces baby spinach leaves, washed and dried
• 1⁄2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• salt and pepper, to taste

directions

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and heat oil.
2. Add the sliced mushrooms, onion and garlic. Cover skillet and cook until soft and mushrooms start to release their juices.
3. Remove lid and add the baby spinach and red pepper flakes; stir.
4. Replace the lid and allow to cook for about 3 minutes.
5. Remove lid and stir; continue to sautee, uncovered, for another 2-3 minutes or until wilted to your liking.
6. Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper to taste.