I had no idea what to make for supper today. Knowing that I had a huge container of baby spinach at home I quickly searched the Internet for baby spinach recipes. Having little time I clicked one of the first recipes which gave me enough ideas of what to make.
However, after a quick errand the grocery store in preparation for tomorrow's dinner, I realized that some of the ingredients could very well be used with the spinach and the following creation was put together.
Linguine and Sauteed Baby Spinach
When it comes to cooking, I'm not all that good with measurements. The following instructions are based on making a meal for two.What you need
- Whole wheat linguine pasta
- 2 cloves garlic - chopped
- ¼ of a small red onion – chopped
- 2 table spoons (or so) Olive Oil, extra virgin is recommended
- 10-12 grape (or cherry) tomatoes
- 4 pieces of sun-dried tomatoes – sliced
- enough baby spinach to feed two
- ¼ to 1/3 cup pine nuts
- shredded Romano (or Manchego) cheese
Start by bringing water to boil and add enough linguine pasta to feed two. In case you don't figure it out, make sure to boil enough water to put as much pasta you need into the pot.
In a saute pan, add the olive oil and heat to medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and chopped onion, saute for 4 minutes, stir regularly (every 45-60 seconds). While still stirring regularly, add the grape tomatoes and after 2 more minutes, add the sun-dried tomatoes. Saute to for an additional 2 minutes. Add the baby spinach and saute for about 2 more minutes, and continuously toss the baby spinach around (in the pan) mixing all the ingredients together. Finally, add the pine nuts and saute for 1 more minute.
By now, the linguine should be ready, so I suggest draining the water and maybe add a little dash of olive oil or butter.
Place a portion of linguine on a plate, add the sauteed spinach, top with shredded Romano Cheese and serve with whole wheat baguette or bread.
It's quick and easy to make, I think it qualifies as somewhat healthy, and best of all, very tasty.
Enjoy!
