alessandro's secret spinach

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Susan Kelly
Bridge, OR

I got this recipe in The Oregonian FOODday section back in the '80's. This recipe was requested by a customer and the owner, Moe Akhbari Of Alessandro's Restaurant, Portland, Oregon, gave the recipe to FOODday. This was their most requested recipe. This is a great side dish. Also good base for your favorite spinach lasagna or other Italian dishes.

(1 rating)
yield 4 serving(s)
method Stove Top

Ingredients For alessandro's secret spinach

  • 3/4 c
    chicken broth
  • 1 lb
    spinach (4 medium bunches)
  • 3 qt
    water
  • 1 tsp
    salt, plus more to taste
  • 1 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1-1/2 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 1/8 tsp
    dried red pepper flakes

How To Make alessandro's secret spinach

  • 1
    In a small saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a boil and cook until reduced to 6 tablespoons. Set aside.
  • 2
    Remove the stems from the spinach and wash well in cold water. Bring 3 quarts of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 1 teaspoon salt. Add the spinach and stir until all the leaves have cooked, about 1 minute. Drain the spinach and cool. Once cooled, squeeze excess water from spinach.
  • 3
    In saute pan, over medium heat, saute the garlic in olive oil until golden brown. Add the red pepper flakes, spinach and reduced chicken broth. Stir and cook about 2 minutes or until heated. Season to taste. Serve hot.

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