BABY SPINACH WITH ALMONDS AND GOLDEN RAISINS

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Yes, both bacon and butter can be part of healthy recipes! We use just a small amount of each in this low-calorie Spanish-inspired side dish, saving the butter for the very end so it has more impact.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons sliced almonds
2 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 small shallot, chopped
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 1/2 pounds baby spinach leaves
1/4 teaspoon Spanish smoked sweet paprika
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup golden raisins
1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spread the almonds out on a rimmed baking sheet and toast until light brown and fragrant, about 8 minutes. Set aside.
  • Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until brown and crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the cooked bacon with a slotted spoon to a small bowl, leaving the drippings in the skillet.
  • Return the skillet to medium heat, add the shallots and 1 tablespoon water and cook, stirring, until soft, about 3 minutes. Add the vinegar and cook until it is reduced and the shallots are glazed, about 3 minutes more. Add the spinach in batches, stirring to wilt before adding more. When all the spinach has been added, raise the heat to high, add the paprika, red pepper flakes, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and cook, covered, for 2 minutes. Remove the lid, stir in the raisins, toasted almonds, reserved bacon and butter and serve.

Esther Asabea
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This recipe is a keeper!


Cyto Pro
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I love how versatile this recipe is.


nh nadim
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This recipe is a great make-ahead dish.


Umme Julekha
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I've made this recipe with different types of nuts and they all work well.


Felly Nyamboki
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice.


Maisha Ahmed
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I love the combination of flavors in this recipe.


Thomas Boamah
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This is a great recipe for a light and healthy lunch or dinner.


Jawad Yousuf
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I've tried several different spinach recipes and this one is by far the best.


abdul wajid dashti
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This recipe is so easy to make, even a beginner cook can do it.


Sumaiya Sultana
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I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it! Even my picky eater.


James Adason
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This recipe is a great way to introduce kids to new vegetables.


Cornel Fora
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I love that this recipe can be made in under 30 minutes.


Eyob Tamrat
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This is a healthy and delicious way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


T joy Anthony
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Miyelle Milligan
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This recipe is perfect for using up leftover spinach.


tevin
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I added some crumbled feta cheese to this recipe and it was amazing! Highly recommend.


Africa Edward
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy side dish.


Jesus
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I'm not a huge fan of spinach, but this recipe changed my mind. It was delicious!


Elaine Mendoza
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I made this for a potluck and it was a big success! Everyone loved it.


Nakandi Sharifah
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This recipe was a hit! The spinach was tender and flavorful, and the almonds and golden raisins added a nice crunch and sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.