Sunday, May 27, 2007

Relieve menopause symptoms with this:

Spinach-Walnut Saute.
Serves 4
Enjoy this side dish with an entree for a delicious meal. Or serve on a whole­wheat bun with goat cheese on top for a quick, open faced lunch or dinner.
2 Tbs. Spectrum Naturals Walnut Oil.1 large shallot.2 strips meatless bacon, coarsely chopped (regular bacon can be substituted) 1 tsp. fennel seeds.10 oz. bag spinach, well washed and drained in a colander (leave the water that clings to the leaves)3 Tbs. chopped walnuts.Salt and pepper to taste.

Heat walnut oil in skillet over low-medium heat. Add shallot, bacon and fennel seeds. Cook 2-3 minutes, stirring, until shallots soften. Add spinach. Cover and cook 3-4 minutes using tongs to occasionally turn spinach. Add walnuts and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Stir. Cook, uncovered, 2-3 additional minutes, stirring occasionally until spinach is cooked to your liking.

PER SERVING: 135 CAL; 4G PROT; I2G TOTAL FAT (1G SAT. FAT); 5G CARB; OMG CHOL; 258MG SOD.; 2G FIBER; IGSUGARS(by Claire Criscuolo, RN, CCP, for Spectrum Naturals)

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