Total Prep time, about 15 to 20 minutes
1lb of fresh leaf spinach or
2 bags of pre washed and cut spinach ( Whole Foods carries a reasonably priced organic brand)
2 tbs Olive Oil ( dark or light, depending on your taste)
1/2 small onion cut into slivers or for stronger flavor, 1 Tbs chopped dried onion
1/2 lemon ( optional)
salt to taste
If you choose not to use pre-bagged spinach, take care to wash your bunch thoroughly, sometimes soaking in salt water can get your spinach and other fresh greens a little cleaner. Preheat your largest skillet on medium heat with the olive oil. Carefully place all the spinach in the skillet. Its going to look like too much, but spinach cooks down very well, so don't be alarmed if it piles up. Reduce heat to low as spinach cooks down. Once the spinach as cooked down enough for you to move it around in the pan, you may add about 1/4 cup of water and salt( depending on your taste). Do not worry about adding more water because spinach contains lots of its own water, and as the leaves reduce you will see more of this liquid. After adding water, add onion, and heat till lightly simmering, stirring occasionally. Allow spinach to simmer for about 10 minutes. Serve beside any of your favorite main dish! I like mine with pan seared salmon. To add a tangy touch, squeeze a little lemon juice, and prepare yourself for a yummy, healthy dish!
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