Elaine's Wizened Spinach and Kale

Elaine, a spirited Siren, who came to us out of the mists of time, gave us this wholesome, healthy, and delicious recipe.

Elaine's Wizened Spinach and Kale (serves 4)
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, slivered
8 cups loosely packed torn kale
12 cups loosely packed torn spinach leaves
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon marjoram
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

Directions:
1. In a large nonstick skillet, warm the oil over low heat. Add the garlic and cook until soft, about three minutes
2. Increase the heat to medium and add the kale. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the kale has softened, about 4 minutes.
3. Stir in the spinach, sprinkle with the sugar, marjoram, salt and cayenne and cook uncovered until the spinach has wilted, about 3 minutes.
4. Sprinkle the lemon juice over and serve.

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