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Sauteed Spinach with Crisp Pancetta

Sauteed Spinach with Crisp Pancetta

Tender spinach tastes even better when topped with crumbled pancetta.

Everyday Food, March 2009 http://www.marthastewart.com/317558/sauteed-spinach-with-crisp-pancetta
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  • Prep Time 20 minutes
  • Total Time 20 minutes
  • Yield Serves 4

Ingredients

    • 6 thin slices pancetta or 2 slices bacon, chopped
    • 3 bunches flat-leaf spinach (about 2 1/2 pounds total), trimmed
    • Coarse salt and ground pepper
    • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Directions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium. Add pancetta; cook until crisp, 4 to 6 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer pancetta to a paper-towel-lined plate; reserve fat in skillet.
  2. Add as much spinach as will fit in skillet; season with salt and pepper. Cook, tossing spinach and adding more as it wilts. Continue to cook until tender, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat, and pour off excess liquid; stir in lemon juice. Top with pancetta.

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