Name: Basil and Spinach Salad
Ingredients: 6 c Spinach Leaves, washed; 2 c Basil, fresh; 1/2 c Olive Oil; 3 Garlic cloves, chopped; 1/2 c Pine Nuts; 4 oz Proscuitto, diced; Salt and pepper, to taste; 3/4 c Parmesan Cheese, Grated

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CATEGORY	CUISINE	TAG	YIELD
Grains, Dairy		Salads	6	Servings

INGREDIENTS

6	c	Spinach Leaves, washed
2	c	Basil, fresh
1/2	c	Olive Oil
3		Garlic cloves, chopped
1/2	c	Pine Nuts
4	oz	Proscuitto, diced
		Salt and pepper, to taste
3/4	c	Parmesan Cheese, Grated

INSTRUCTIONS

Toss spinach and basil in a large bowl.  Heat oil in a skillet over medium
heat and add garlic and pine nuts. Saute until nuts begin to brown
slightly.
Stir in prosciutto and cook another minute.  Season to taste with salt and
pepper.  Toss the salad with warm dressing and sprinkle with Parmesan
cheese.
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