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Expand3 bunches fresh spinach, washed, stemmed, dried Ask a question about this ingredient
4 strips good slab smoked bacon, cut into 1/2 inch lengths Ask a question about this ingredient
3 hardboiled eggs, peeled and diced Ask a question about this ingredient
2 cloves garlic, minced Ask a question about this ingredient
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar Ask a question about this ingredient
1/2 cup grated parmesan Ask a question about this ingredient
Boil, peel and dice eggs; set aside. Wash, stem and dry spinach; set aside.
Ask a question about this stepCook bacon in a large skillet until almost crisp. If you're fat-conscious, drain all but 2 tablespoons of drippings; if not, leave them all in. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
Ask a question about this stepAdd spinach and saute until barely starting to wilt. Remove from heat, stir in diced eggs, and splash with balsamic vinegar. Serve immediately, topped with freshly grated parmegiano or pecorino or even asiago.
Ask a question about this stepLooks like a great recipe for grown-ups, too! Mmmm, yum. I love recipes with just a few well-coordinated ingredients, thoughtfully prepared. Thank you for posting this. ;o)
You're most welcome. It ALMOST makes me like spinach. (Which, actually, I do like in salads....)
Chef Michael Kiss is the Cooking Coach at Whole Foods Market in Rockville, Md.
Great recipe note! I love to know why people make what they make for dinner. I think hiding disliked ingredients behind bacon and garlic is always a good idea. I grew up eating liver once a month on that principal.