Side dishes don't have to be starchy concoctions that are fattening. This side is easy, quick and delish! It serves four.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil (once around the pan)
- 1 cup raw mushrooms (optional)
- 1 bag triple-washed raw spinach (10-12 ounces) stems trimmed
- Coarse salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 pinches ground nutmeg
- Heat garlic and mushrooms, in oil, over medium heat.
- Add spinach and turn in pan until leaves wilt.
- Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and a couple of pinches of nutmeg – it’s delicious with any dark green.
- Remove from heat and serve warm.