Warm spinach with spicy dressing

4 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
4cupsFresh spinach leaves
1tablespoonOlive oil
1teaspoonHot pepper sauce or to taste
1tablespoonMild white vinegar
1teaspoonReduced-sodium soy sauce
1Clove garlic, finely minced
½teaspoonFinely minced fresh ginger
1tablespoonMinced fresh chives

Directions

Rinse the spinach well under running water. Then put the still-wet leaves into a 4 cup measure and cover. Microwave on full power until the spinachis just beginning to wold and soften, about 2 inutes.

Meanwhile, combine the oil, hot pepper sauce,vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, ginger and honey in a small bowl and whisk until well mixed.

Pat the spinach dry and tip into a medium bowl. Pour on the dressing and toss well. Serve warm, sprinkled with the chives.

Assorted recipes from the Detroit News, entered by Diane Pahl From Gemini's MASSIVE MealMaster collection at www.synapse.com/~gemini