Garlic Spinach Recipe from La Cucina Alessi

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a higher smoke point.

lemon

💰Cheaper: lime

Lime provides a similar acidity and flavor.

Zest one lemon using a microplane or small grater until you have about 1 tablespoon of zest.

Juice the lemon after zesting it.

Heat a large sauté pan over medium heat.

Add a couple tablespoons of olive oil to cover the bottom of the pan.

Add pre-washed baby spinach to the pan, noting that it will cook down significantly.

Add 2 tablespoons of Alessi pureed garlic once the garlic aroma is noticeable.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Once the spinach is wilted, sprinkle in the lemon zest and add a splash of lemon juice.

Stir everything together to combine the flavors.

Remove from heat and set aside, noting that the spinach will hold a lot of liquid, which can be squeezed out with a slotted spoon before plating.

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