Caramelized Spinach with Basil, Sage, and Herb Butter Recipe

Directions

Put spinach in a medium skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir about 4 minutes, until spinach is heated through. Remove film of spinach with a slotted spoon. Set aside and let cool.

Dissolve the Italian-style salad dressing in water. Mix vinegar into heated skillet with lemon juice to coat, stirring frequently. Saute spinach briefly with olive oil, stirring frequently. Transfer spinach to a large saucepan, and stir in lemon juice and vinegar.

Reduce heat to medium and cook and stir about 2 minutes, until spinach is tender. Transfer spinach to a medium bowl and stir in salad dressing and lemon juice. Mix well. Heat remaining 1/2 cup of dressing into skillet, stirring constantly, until thickened and coating the bottom of the pan. Transfer spinach to a large bowl. Stir together remainder of dressing, olive oil, spinach, lemon juice, vinegar, and lemon butter. Pour over spinach, and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate approximately 3 hours before serving.