Thursday, March 2, 2017

How To Quickly Cook Spinach on the Stovetop — Cooking Lessons from The Kitchn

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Spinach is an unsung hero of dinner greens. It doesn’t require the long, slow braise that collards and kale need, and it can be served simply with salt and butter or dressed up with cheese or cream.

There are a few basic ways to cook spinach. You can blanch it or steam it, or you can take the fastest route and sauté it in a pan. All you need is spinach, a pan, and a pair of tongs.

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