Recipe - Sautéed spinach and leeks

Sautéed spinach and leeks Sautéed spinach and leeks is a quick + easy, healthy dish with simple ingredients and delicious flavor! | www.familyfoodonthetable.com Sautéed spinach and leeks is a quick + easy, healthy side dish with simple ingredients and delicious flavor!

PREP TIME 5 minutes COOK TIME 8 minutes TOTAL TIME 13 minutes

Ingredients

1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium leek, cleaned, trimmed and sliced (see notes) 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 8 oz. bag fresh spinach or baby spinach Salt and pepper, to taste Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-low heat. Add leeks and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened. Add garlic and sauté an additional 30 seconds. Add spinach and stir for 2-3 minutes until spinach is mostly wilted. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, if using, and serve hot.