Garlic plus spinach equals tasty delight

Wed., Jan. 30, 2008

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Sautéed Spinach and Garlic

In minutes, you’ll have a satisfying side dish. To save time, use bags of prewashed baby spinach.

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

2 clove garlic, crushed with side of chef’s knife

2 bunches (12 ounces each) spinach, washed and dried very well, tough stems trimmed

1/4 teaspoon salt

1. In 5-quart saucepot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until golden. Add spinach in batches; add salt. Cover and cook, stirring once, just until spinach wilts, about 4 minutes. Discard garlic, if you like. Serves 4.

•Each serving: About 57 calories, 4g total fat, 232mg sodium, 4g total carbs, 3g protein.

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