espinaca con queso
A simple and delicious way to prepare spinach with cheese, perfect as a side dish or light meal.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh spinach
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 100 grams cheese grated (e.g., mozzarella, parmesan, or a mix)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground, or to taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Wash the spinach thoroughly and chop it roughly if the leaves are large.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Add the spinach to the pan. It will seem like a lot, but it will wilt down. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 3-5 minutes, or until the spinach is wilted and tender. If there is excess water, drain it off.
- Stir in the grated cheese, salt, and black pepper. Continue to cook for another 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and combined with the spinach.
- Serve immediately as a side dish or a light appetizer.
Notes
You can customize this recipe by adding a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat, or a squeeze of lemon juice before serving for brightness.