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Warm Spinach Salad

Warm Spinach Salad

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Course Salad
Cuisine American
Keyword Food recipe, salad recipe, Warm Spinach Salad

Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb (225 g) spinach leaves, washed, dried, and torninto large pieces
  • 1/2 lb (225 g) cremini or white mushrooms, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup (125 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 cups (750 ml) stale French or Italian bread cut into
  • 3/4-inch (2 cm) cubes
  • 2-4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Combine the spinach and mushrooms in a large bowl. Heat the oil in a large skillet over moderate heat and saute the bread cubes until golden and crisp on all sides. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Saute the garlic in the remaining oil until lightly browned, then whisk in the lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pour over the spinach and mushrooms and toss. Serve immediately garnished with the croutons. Serves 4 to 6.