Jul 14 2026

Sautéed Spinach Recipe

Time15m
Serves4

Extra virgin olive oil, garlic, red pepper flakes

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Ingredients

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Sautéed Spinach Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly and set aside. Mince the garlic.

  2. 2

    Heat the Olive Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat.

  3. 3

    Sauté the Garlic

    Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant but not browned.

  4. 4

    Add Spinach

    Gradually add the fresh spinach to the skillet, allowing it to wilt down. Stir occasionally.

  5. 5

    Season the Spinach

    Once the spinach is wilted, sprinkle in the red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Remove from heat and serve hot as a side dish.

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