Spinach in Your Recipes and Health

Spinach (Spinacia oleracea) is an annual plant from the amaranth family, subfamily Chenopodioideae, cultivated as a vegetable for its large, dark green edible leaves. It is grown year-round and can be consumed fresh, cooked, or fried. Nowadays, it is one of the vegetables most commonly found frozen. It is rich in vitamins A and E, iodine, and various antioxidants. It also contains a considerable amount of oxalic acid, so it should be consumed in moderation. (Source: Wikipedia) It is important to consider spinach as part of your daily diet. And to help you know how to prepare it or what other foods to combine it with in your recipes, here are some recommendations. Take note. (We recommend clicking on the recipe title for more details) Pasta with Spinach and Tomato This recipe is very delicious and easy to make. The spinach adds a very nutritious touch. Spinach Salad with Blueberries A tasty spinach salad with blueberries and pine nuts, dressed with lemon and mustard. Pasta with Spinach Sauce Spaghetti with a delicious creamy spinach sauce. Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Crepes These delicious crepes are filled with spinach and ricotta cheese. They can be served with a Florentine egg sauce, which is like béchamel with cheese. Tagliatelle with Spinach and Goat Cheese This delicious recipe is very healthy thanks to the cheese and spinach. Chicken Stuffed with Spinach and Goat Cheese This recipe is a delicious way to enjoy chicken with a gourmet touch thanks to the goat cheese and spinach. Three Cheese, Artichoke, and Spinach Dip This artichoke dip with spinach contains Brie cheese, Parmesan cheese, and mozzarella cheese. The texture of the three melted cheeses perfectly combines with the spinach and artichoke hearts, a real delicacy. Spinach and Cream Cheese Quiche This delicious quiche is made with a puff pastry base and a filling of spinach, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, and cheddar cheese. Artichoke Hearts Stuffed with Cheese and Spinach Delicious artichoke hearts filled with a mixture of cheeses, cream, and spinach. Spinach Salad with Curry Vinaigrette This spinach salad, with mushrooms and French-style bacon, is very original with the curry vinaigrette.