Real Simples Lemon Spinach Recipes

REAL SIMPLE'S LEMON SPINACH

Steps:

• Combine all except spinach in pan.
• Bring to a simmer.
• Add spinach in batches and cook until just wilted.
• Drain
• Serve.
• If you have left overs use the spinach for other recipes.

CREAMED LEMON SPINACH

Steps:

• Cook bacon until crisp; drain and crumble.
• To the bacon drippings, add onion and garlic. Saute until tender.
• Add flour and stir 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk and let thicken. Add chopped spinach, lemon juice and zest, heating through.
• Stir in Parmesan cheese, bacon and adjust seasonings to taste.

LEMON PASTA WITH SPINACH

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute garlic in butter until tender. Add the spinach, lemon juice and zest, salt and pepper; cook 2-3 minutes longer or until spinach is wilted., Drain pasta. Add to skillet; toss to coat.

BUTTERY LEMON SPINACH

Steps:

• Rinse the spinach and place the leaves into a microwavable serving dish. Add the butter, garlic and lemon juice. Cover with plastic wrap. Steam in the microwave until the butter is melted and spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes. Remove the plastic wrap and toss to distribute seasoning before serving.

LEMON & GARLIC SPINACH

Steps:

• In large pot, add olive oil, butter, garlic and the juice of 1/2 lemon. (you may adjust olive oil/butter/lemon to your liking).
• Let cook over low heat for about 20 minutes so the flavors meld.
• Take off heat, add spinach, toss well and serve.