Questions tagged [spinach]
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What is the most efficient way to squeeze water out of cooked spinach?
I'm cooking a bunch of spinach for making a spinach and ricotta filling. I need to get as much water as possible out of the spinach, and I'd prefer not to make a big mess in the process. In the past, I've wrapped a few handfuls at a time in a towel…
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Why does frozen spinach have so much less iron than fresh spinach?
I have been trying to increase my iron intake and was dismayed to learn that my frozen spinach only has 2% of my daily iron needs while fresh cooked spinach has about 20%. I have been under the impression that freezing vegetables preserves their…
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Preparing a fresh bag of spinach: To Stem or Not To Stem
In the past I have always de-stemmed my fresh spinach leaves. But I am wondering, is that necessary? I'd like to prepare as-is.
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