Mediterranean Spinach with Cheese and Sun-Dried Tomatoes (Print version)
A quick one-skillet spinach dish with feta, mozzarella, garlic, lemon, and oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes.
# Ingredients:
For the spinach skillet
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1 tablespoon oil from the sun-dried tomato jar, or extra-virgin olive oil
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1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
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1 small shallot, finely chopped
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 cup (75 g) oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and sliced
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1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
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10 oz (285 g) fresh baby spinach
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1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
For the cheese and finish
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1/3 cup (50 g) crumbled feta cheese
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1/2 cup (55 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
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2 tablespoons (10 g) grated parmesan cheese
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or basil
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1/4 cup (30 g) toasted pine nuts, optional
# Instructions:
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Heat the tomato oil and olive oil in a wide 12-inch skillet over medium heat until the oil shimmers.
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Add the shallot and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring often, until softened. Add the garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, and red pepper flakes and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Add the spinach in 2-3 handfuls, tossing with tongs after each addition. Cook for 3-4 minutes total, just until the leaves are wilted and glossy.
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Sprinkle in the salt and black pepper. Stir in the lemon juice, then taste before adding more salt because the cheese and tomatoes are already salty.
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Reduce the heat to low. Scatter feta, mozzarella, and parmesan over the spinach, then cover for 1-2 minutes until the mozzarella softens and the feta warms through.
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Remove from the heat. Sprinkle with parsley or basil and pine nuts if using. Serve warm from the skillet.
# Good to know:
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Best served warm while the cheese is soft.
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Use a wide pan so spinach wilts without getting watery.
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Frozen spinach can be used if thawed and squeezed very dry.