Roasted Spiced Salmon with Wilted Spinach

Okay, yes I said salmon, don't be intimidated and don't assume you won't like because it is fish.  This is simple, very flavorful and good for you.  So just give it a shot.

1/8 cup of orange juice

1tsp orange peel
1 tablespoon of olive oil
2 teaspoon thyme leaves
1 pound salmon fillets
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 bag 10 ounces fresh spinach

To make the marinade, mix orange juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1.

teaspoon of the thyme in a small bowl.  Place salmon in a glass dish.  Add the marinade. turn to coat well.  Cover and refrigerate for thirty minutes, or longer for extra flavor if you have time.

Mix orange peel, sugar, paprika, cinnamon, remaining 1 tsp thyme and salt in a small bowl.  Remove salmon from the marinade.  Place in a greased foil lined baking pan.  Discard remaining marinade.  Rub the salmon with the spice mixture.

Roast salmon in a preheated 400 degree oven for 10 - 15 minutes or until the fish flakes easily.  Meanwhile, heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a large skillet on medium heat.  Add spinach, cook and stir until for 2 minutes or until the spinach is wilted.  Serve the salmon over the spinach.

Serves 3 - 4