Market Look-For’s

• Even coloring. Dark spots are indicative of age or disease.
• Bright glossy leaves. Wrinkled leaves indicate loss of moisture due to age or improper storage.
• Spinach does best in cooler weather. Expect to see it at market in the spring and fall.

Storage

• In a plastic bag in a the fridge

Notes

• Spinach has tendency to be very sandy, give a couple of soaks to be sure it is grit free.
• Like most things, the older the spinach the more flavor it has. Baby spinach is for babies.
• Spinach can get really booger-y the longer it is cooked. Give a quick sauteé or toss with a warm vinaigrette to wilt without getting slimy.
• Raw spinach is loaded with oxcylic acid, too much of which can make some people cough. It tastes especially spinach-y give it a quick cook to neutralize that acid.