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# Spinach, Cheese, and Bread Stuffing

1. Heat (14g)[olive oil] in a large saucepan or skillet.
2. Add (5g)[finely chopped garlic], (5 oz)[baby spinach leaves], (1g)[salt], and (1g)[freshly ground black pepper] and
3. Cook for 1 minute to soften the garlic and wilt the spinach.
4. Transfer to a bowl and let cool to room temperature.
5. Mix in (1 cup)[grated Gruyère] (or mozzarella, about 4 ounces) and (1 1/2 cups)[cubed bread] (1/2 inch).