Delicious Italian-Style Spinach

Ingredients

• 2 (10 ounce) boxes fresh spinach, washed and drained

• 1/2 tablespoon butter
• 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
• 1-2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• salt, can do without
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• parmesan cheese

Directions

1. 1

   Cut the spinach into shreds. If using baby spinach, no need to cut. Plunge into boiling salted water, cover and leave 30 seconds. Drain and place in a baking dish.

2. 2

   Heat the butter and olive oil in a skillet. Add garlic and red pepper. Cook over low heat for about 5 minutes, or until garlic is light brown in color.

3. 3

   Combine the garlic mixture (including oil) with spinach in baking dish. Sprinkle with the cheese and broil for just a few minutes until cheese is melted.

4. 4

   VARIATIONS: Makes for a great snack with crackers or sandwiches with pita bread. Or you can mix in some scrambled eggs before broiling for a tasty breakfast dish.