Buying spinach often feels like a race against the clock.
You buy a bag, vowing this time will be different.
But inevitably, it happens, again and again.
How long does fresh produce last?Our guidewill tell you.
Fresh spinach has a shelf life of between five and seven days.
Unfortunately, there isnt much you’re free to do once spinach goes bad.
Because of its high moisture content, it can be the perfect home for foodborne illness.
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The Natural Nurturer recommends addinglayers of paper towelsto the container.
Some people even suggest adding a couple ofslices of breadto the container for added moisture control.
If the leaves start to wilt before you freeze them, they will taste bitter.
HGTV suggestscleaning, drying and trimming the leavesbefore getting started.
After that, you may want to blanch the leaves.
you might either blanch the leaves normally orsteam blanchthem.
To blanch them normally, bring a pot of water to boil and add the fresh spinach.
Steam for two minutes, then place the spinach in ice water.
Once the leaves are dry, put 1 to 2 cups in an airtight freezer bag.
Freezer burn will make your spinach taste rubbery and bitter.
Once youve stored your spinach in the freezer, keep an eye on it.
If you see leaves that are starting to wilt, take them out.
Itll keep the rest of the spinach fresh for longer.
Omelet
If youre cooking breakfast for one, you cant go wrong with aspinach omelet.
This article includes afew of the waysyou could add spinach to your morning blend.
The yogurt and cashew milk make for a perfectly creamy morning meal.
This recipe forgreen eggs and ham casserolefrom Bon Appetit calls for a heaping 2 pounds of fresh greens.
Quiche
Another option is a standardquiche.
Any quiche can be crustless; just confirm your pan is well greased.
you could also line your pie or casserole dish with thinly sliced potatoes or sweet potatoes.
it’s possible for you to roast the potatoes first and then add the filling.
It tends to keep the potatoes from absorbing the egg mixture and becoming mushy.
Pesto
Another great way to use some just-wilted spinach leaves is ina pesto.
Plus pesto pairs well with a very kid-friendly dish pasta.
Spinach is also the perfect add-in to almost any recipe.
Youve got pasta on the menu?
Saute some spinach on the side and mix it in at the end.
Swap out the lettuce and cheddar for some spinach and feta for a healthier twist on a classic meal.
Appetizer Dip
Who doesnt love a delicious bowl of spinach artichoke dip?
This delicious appetizer is perfect for a party.
The recipe fromTastes Better From Scratchuses either fresh or frozen spinach.
If youre not keen on artichokes, thiscreamy spinach dipwill do the trick.
Anna Brugmann is a contributor to The Penny Hoarder.
Senior writer Robert Bruce contributed.
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