Sautéed Spinach with Bacon
Take that boring sauteed spinach and kick it square in the kisser with bacon fat, fresh bacon bits, shallots and sass. Sass is optional.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 83kcal
Ingredients
- 2 pieces cooked bacon finely chopped (or as fine as you want)
- ½ pound fresh spinach and a bit extra doesn't hurt!
- 1 shallot peeled and finely diced
- 1 tablespoon bacon fat
- 1 tablespoon olive or avocado oil
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Gather the ingredients and tools for the recipe.
- Wash the spinach thoroughly.
- Peel and dice the shallots finely.
- Chop the cooked bacon slices into bite-sized pieces.
Cooking Instructions
- Heat a cast iron or other heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat (this is important to keep the heat up while wilting the spinach).
- Add the cooking fat to the hot pan.
- When the oil is hot, add the shallots and a pinch of salt. Stir well for about 2 minutes or until they lightly start to brown.
- Add the bacon pieces and stir to combine.
- Turn the heat to HIGH. Add the fresh spinach and sprinkle with the salt.
- Add the red pepper flakes to the wilted spinach, if using.
- Use tongs to rotate the spinach in the pan until fully wilted.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
This sauteed spinach recipe is best served hot, right out of the pan. The spinach does not tend to hold very well and after sitting for a while will release additional moisture that will pool in the bowl.
If you're planning a dinner party or gathering, just make sure that this is the very last thing you put together before serving!
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 83kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 207mg | Potassium: 342mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 5354IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 2mg
