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Spinach Recipes
SPINACH SALAD WITH VINAGRETTE 6 cups
fresh spinach leaves, washed and patted dry 4 slices bacon, cooked, drained
and crumbled 1/2 cup white mushrooms, sliced 1/4 cup sliced green
onion 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons balsamic or red wine
vinegar Salt to taste Coarse-ground black pepper to taste Parmesan
cheese, grated 1 or 2 eggs, hard-boiled and sliced
Remove stems from spinach leaves and tear into bite-sized pieces. Place in a
large bowl, along with bacon, mushrooms, and green onions. In a small bowl,
combine olive oil, balsamic or red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper. Pour over
spinach leaves and toss to coat. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and
garnish with hard-boiled egg slices. Makes 4 servings.
SPINACH
STIR-FRY WITH TOASTED SESAME SEED 6 cups fresh baby spinach leaves,
washed and patted dry 2 tablespoons peanut or other oil 2 tablespoons
soy sauce 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 small clove garlic, minced 3
tablespoons toasted sesame seed Coarse-ground black pepper to taste
Remove stems from spinach leaves and tear or cut into bite-sized pieces. In a
small bowl, combine soy sauce, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Heat peanut or
other oil in a wok or a large frying pan over high heat. Add spinach. Working
quickly, use a wooden spoon or spatula to turn and cook 1-2 minutes until leaves
are tender. Remove from heat and add sauce, toasted sesame seeds, and pepper.
Toss gently with wooden spoon or fork to blend, and serve immediately. Makes 4
servings.
Maricopa County Master Gardener Volunteer Information
Last Updated October 4, 2003
Author: Lucy K. Bradley, Extension Agent Urban Horticulture, University of Arizona Cooperative Extension, Maricopa County
© 1997 The University of Arizona, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Cooperative Extension in Maricopa County
Comments to Maricopa-hort@ag.arizona.edu 4341 E. Broadway Road, Phoenix, AZ 85040,
Voice: (602) 470-8086 ext. 301, Fax (602) 470-8092
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