Sautéed Spinach Recipe

Time15m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Wash the Spinach
Thoroughly rinse the fresh spinach under cold water to remove any dirt or grit. Shake off excess water or spin in a salad spinner to dry.
2
Prepare the Garlic
Peel the garlic cloves and mince them finely using a knife or a garlic press.

3
Heat the Olive Oil
In a large skillet, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Allow the oil to heat for about 1-2 minutes until it shimmers.
4
Sauté the Garlic
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until aromatic but not browned.
5
Add the Spinach
Gradually add the 10 cups of fresh spinach to the skillet. It may seem like a lot, but spinach wilts down significantly.
6
Cook the Spinach
Toss the spinach in the skillet with the garlic and olive oil. Cook for 2-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the spinach is wilted and bright green.
7
Season the Spinach
Sprinkle the sautéed spinach with 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper. Stir to combine.
8
Finish with Lemon Juice
Remove the skillet from heat and add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Toss gently to incorporate the juice.