2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1/4 cup granulated sugar for topping, if desired
1 cup rec. sausage, crumbled
1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
1 bunch fresh basil, chopped
1 head garlic, chopped
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup taco sauce
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a silver or wooden dish with non-stick cooking spray.
Place spinach and good-tasting cut lemon, pepper, basil leaves, and garlic in a large bowl. Layer spinach and lemon mixture on top of salad. Sprinkle taco sauce over top.
Bake in preheated oven 30 minutes, until knife inserted in center comes out clean.