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

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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