Spinach with Pine Nuts and Raisins

Description
spinach with pine nuts and Raisins is a classic Sephardic dish that appears on tables in Greece, Spain, Turkey, and Italy, where it is a staple on Venetian and Genoese menus. It is a perfect accompaniment to delicate Or poultry dishes and is often served at room temperature.

Ingredients

 * 2-1/2 pounds spinach
 * 2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
 * 2 small yellow onions or 6 green onions, minced
 * 4 tablespoons Raisins, plumped in hot water and drained
 * 4 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
 * salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Directions

 * 1) Rinse the spinach well and remove the stems.
 * 2) Place in a large sauté pan with only the rinsing water clinging to the leaves.
 * 3) Cook over medium heat, turning as needed until wilted, just a few minutes.
 * 4) Drain well and set aside.
 * 5) Add the olive oil to the now-empty pan and place over medium heat.
 * 6) Add the onions and sauté until tender, about 8 minutes.
 * 7) Add the spinach,Raisins, and pine nuts and sauté briefly to warm through.
 * 8) Season with salt and pepper and serve warm or at room temperature.

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