Sauted Spinach
If you like spinach you will love this. Blanching spinach before sautéing may seem like overkill. But it emphasizes the flavor and texture.
Steps
Wilt spinach.
Bring a large pot of water to boil over high heat.
Wilt spinach in boiling water.
Add all at once , stir , and drain immediately in a colander-- do not let spinach sit in water.
Press out as much liquid as possible , forming it into a disk.
To saut , heat oil in a large saut pan over med-high heat.
Add garlic and pepper flakes.
Saut until garlic turns golden , about 1 minute.
Stir constantly.
Add the disk of spinach and break up with wooden spoon , stirring to coat with oil and garlic.
Cook just until heated through , about 1 minute.
Season with salt and pepper , then transfer to a serving platter.
Drizzle spinach with balsamic vinegar before serving.
Ingredients
spinach, olive oil, garlic cloves, crushed red pepper flakes, salt and pepper, balsamic vinegar