Baby Spinach with Pine Nuts

Pine nuts are most famous as a key ingredient in pesto; they're also a fine addition to baked goods, desserts, and salads. But they're kinda pricey, so use equal amounts of chopped, toasted pecans or toasted sliced almonds instead, if you like.

Serves: 4

Preparation Time: 5 min

Cooking Time: 5 min

Ingredients

• 2 (7-ounce) packages baby spinach
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted (see Note)

Instructions

1. Sauté spinach and garlic in hot oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium- high heat 5 minutes or until spinach wilts.
   
   
2. Stir in salt and pepper; sprinkle with pine nuts. Serve immediately.