Spinach is a commonly used leafy green with small, arrow shaped leaves, and thin stems. Spinach is high in antioxidants and vitamins A, C, E, and iron. Spinach’s high nutritional content is well preserved when served lightly cooked or raw. Cook quickly until spinach turns a bright green for best flavor. Spinach has a wide variety of culinary uses including, salads, pasta, and egg dishes.
Storage
Store unwashed spinach in a plastic bag in the refrigerator. To store washed and dried spinach, wrap loosely in a paper towel and place in a bag or container. Wet spinach will spoil quickly.
Preparation
Rinse leaves thoroughly to remove any remaining dirt. Use our easy method for washing greens. Separate leaves, and chop or tear into bite size pieces. Use raw leaves in salads, add to pasta, pizza, lasagna, frittata, quiche, and stir-fries.
Recipes
Rama Thai Noodles with Broccoli, Spinach, & Peanut Sauce
The Locavore Pizza – with Sausage, Goat Cheese, & Spinach Pesto
Spinach Salad with Bacon Wrapped Dates
Greens with Ginger and Sesame Seeds
Warm Mizuna, Arugula, & Spinach Salad with Shitake Mushrooms
Spinach, Arugula, Mizuna, and Bacon Salad
Radicchio, Grapefruit, and Spinach Salad
