Spice of the Week: Garlic

Spice of the Week: Garlic



Chances are you’re already familiar with garlic to a certain extent, but you might not know all of the benefits garlic has to offer beyond its flavor.  Garlic can help to reduce cholesterol and unhealthy fats, and it also contains an anti-bacterial agent which can give your immune system a boost. So garlic tastes great and helps to keep you healthy!
Garlic & Sesame Spinach



Photo courtesy of Food Network


Toss Spinach in hot, garlicky oil for a cleansing and delicious dish.

Cooking Difficulty Level: Easy
Cooking Preparation Time: 10 Minutes
Serves: 4


Ingredients:



1   
Tsp
Olive Oil
1   
Clove
Garlic, pressed
1   
Lb.
Spinach Leaves
Salt & Pepper to Taste
1   
Tsp
Sesame Seeds

How to Prepare:
1.            Warm oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. 
2.            Add garlic and stir until lightly browned, about 45 seconds. 
3.            Add spinach (do in two batches if necessary) and toss until just wilted, 2 to 4 minutes. 
4.            Season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Tips:
You can add sliced cherry tomatoes for added color and freshness.

Check out these other great recipes, all of which use garlic.
Garlic Bread Spread
Healthy Harvest Noodles
Falafel Sandwich

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Monday, October 29, 2012

Spice of the Week: Garlic

Spice of the Week: Garlic



Chances are you’re already familiar with garlic to a certain extent, but you might not know all of the benefits garlic has to offer beyond its flavor.  Garlic can help to reduce cholesterol and unhealthy fats, and it also contains an anti-bacterial agent which can give your immune system a boost. So garlic tastes great and helps to keep you healthy!
Garlic & Sesame Spinach



Photo courtesy of Food Network


Toss Spinach in hot, garlicky oil for a cleansing and delicious dish.

Cooking Difficulty Level: Easy
Cooking Preparation Time: 10 Minutes
Serves: 4


Ingredients:



1   
Tsp
Olive Oil
1   
Clove
Garlic, pressed
1   
Lb.
Spinach Leaves
Salt & Pepper to Taste
1   
Tsp
Sesame Seeds

How to Prepare:
1.            Warm oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. 
2.            Add garlic and stir until lightly browned, about 45 seconds. 
3.            Add spinach (do in two batches if necessary) and toss until just wilted, 2 to 4 minutes. 
4.            Season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Tips:
You can add sliced cherry tomatoes for added color and freshness.

Check out these other great recipes, all of which use garlic.

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