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Avoid wilted leaves.  \nPreparation  \nSpinach can be eaten raw or cooked. Remove any large, tough stems from the leaves. Fill up a bowl or sink with lukewarm water and soak the leaves for several minutes to remove dirt. Drain the water and rinse under a stream of cold water. Lay the leaves on a paper towel to remove excess water.  \nRaw: Spinach leaves make a great salad. Leave the leaves whole or tear them into smaller pieces. You can add spinach leaves to hot soups, pastas, and stews right before serving; they will wilt and add lovely color and flavor.  \nSauté: Heat 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet, and add garlic to taste. Simmer. Add the spinach and toss until coated in oil, turning or flipping often. Cover the pan with a  \nlid and let sit for 1 minute, remove the lid, toss spinach, and cover for 1 minute. Drain any moisture, add seasonings, and serve.  \nSteam: Fill a pan with about 2 inches of water and place the steamer basket inside. Bring to aboil and add the spinach. Cover the pan and reduce to a simmer. Steam for about 2 minutes or until wilted. Place spinach in a serving bowland toss with lemon, oil, and salt to taste.  \nMicrowave: Place spinach ina microwave-safe bowl with 2 tablespoons of water and cover. Cook at 1 minute intervals until completely wilted.  \nStorage  \nShort-Term Storage: Store spinach leaves in a plastic bag with a damp paper towel for up to 4 to 5 days. If being used for a cooked dish, you can steam or microwave it upon returning from market, but make sure to cool it thoroughly in cold water and squeeze it dry. This method takes up much less space in the refrigerator and will make meal prep easier later.  \nLong-Term Storage: Spinach can be frozen for up to 5 months.  \nLooking for a source of fresh local fruits and vegetables??? . . . [Look here . . .](Look here . . . www.purdue.edu/foodlink/about.php)[ www.purdue.edu/foodlink/about.php](Look here . . . www.purdue.edu/foodlink/about.php)  \nFunding provided by USDA Speciality Crop Block Grant Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service is an equal access/equal opportunity institution.  \n\n| COLORFUL QUESADILLAS Ingredients\u003Cbr>8 ounces fat-free cream cheese 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder\u003Cbr>8 flour tortillas (small)\u003Cbr>1 cup red sweet pepper (chopped)\u003Cbr>1 cup low-fat shredded cheese (mild cheddar or mexican)\u003Cbr>2 cups fresh spinach leaves (you can substitute 9 oz. frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry)\u003Cbr>Directions\u003Cbr>1. In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese and garlic powder.\u003Cbr>2. Spread about 2 tablespoons of the cheese mixture on each tortilla.\u003Cbr>3. Sprinkle about 2 tablespoons sweet pepper and 2 tablespoons cheese on half of each tortilla.\u003Cbr>4. Add spinach (1/4 cup per tortilla if using fresh leaves OR\u003Cbr>2 tablespoons if using frozen). Fold tortillas in half.\u003Cbr>5. Heat a large skillet over medium heat until hot. Put 2 folded tortillas in skillet and heat until golden brown on both sides (about 1-2 minutes per side).\u003Cbr>6. Remove quesadillas from skillet, place on platter, and cover with foil to keep warm while cooking the remainder.\u003Cbr>7. Cut each quesadilla into 4 wedges. Serve warm.\u003Cbr>\u003Cbr>Purdue University is an equal access/equal opportunity institution. | \u003Cbr>Learn more about SPINACH by scanning the QR code above or by visiting [https://extension.purdue.edu/foodlink/food.php?food=spinach](https://extension.purdue.edu/foodlink/food.php?food=spinach).\u003Cbr>Share your recipes!\u003Cbr>\u003Cbr>Nutrition Information\u003Cbr>Serving Size 4 wedges\u003Cbr>Nutrients Amount % Daily Value\u003Cbr>Total Calories 160\u003Cbr>Protein 11g Carbohydrates 20g 7\u003Cbr>Dietary Fiber 2g 8\u003Cbr>Total Sugars 2g Total Fat 3.5g 5\u003Cbr>Saturated Fat 1g 5\u003Cbr>Cholesterol 5mg 2\u003Cbr>Minerals\u003Cbr>Calcium 20\u003Cbr>Sodium 420mg 18\u003Cbr>Iron 8\u003Cbr>Vitamins\u003Cbr>Vitamin A 35\u003Cbr>Vitamin C 45 |\n| --- | --- |","cbCaiiCJ5P7ds0ka","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiiCJ5P7ds0ka","pdf",1106480,"English","# Selection Info\n## Preparation\n## Storage\n## Recipe and Nutrition Information","[{\"question\":\"How should spinach be selected and checked for quality?\",\"answer\":\"Choose fresh, dark green leaves and avoid wilted leaves.\"},{\"question\":\"What is the recommended way to prepare spinach before cooking?\",\"answer\":\"Soak leaves in lukewarm water for several minutes to remove dirt, drain, rinse under cold water, and remove excess moisture using a paper towel.\"},{\"question\":\"What are the short-term and long-term storage methods for spinach?\",\"answer\":\"For short-term storage, refrigerate spinach in a plastic bag with a damp paper towel for up to 4–5 days. 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