Active Time

　　30 min

　　Total Time

　　30 min

　　

Ingredients

Makes 4 servings

　　2 pounds spinach, coarse stems removed

　　1 ounce pancetta, cut into 1/4-inch dice (3 tablespoons)

　　1/2 tablespoon olive oil

　　

Step 1

Cook spinach in 1 inch of boiling salted water in a large pot, stirring occasionally, until wilted, about 2 minutes. Drain in a colander and rinse under cold running water until cool. Squeeze handfuls of spinach to remove excess moisture.

　　

Step 2

Cook pancetta in oil in a skillet over moderately high heat, stirring, until browned, about 3 minutes. Add spinach and salt and pepper to taste and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until heated through.