6 Easy Side Dishes

Sauteed Spinach With Basil (3 of 5)

Sauteed Spinach With Basil(3 of 5)

Ingredients

• 2teaspoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
• 1/3cup pine nuts
• 10ounces fresh spinach leaves
• 1/2teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2cups fresh basil leaves

Preparation

1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat.
2. Add the garlic and cook for 2 minutes.
3. Add pine nuts and cook until lightly golden.
4. Then put heat to medium and add the spinach, salt, pepper, and 2 tablespoons of water.
5. Toss occasionally with tongs, until the spinach wilts, about 4 minutes.
6. Remove from pan.
7. Add basil and toss.