Spinach

[bumbleweed]

When you buy a bag of spinach are you supposed to trim the stalks off the leaves before you cook it?

Coz it takes ages

[collision]

No, it will cook down and go soft. Just done a load now for the restaurant!

[Uwila]

I do, if I can be bothered. But sometimes I just eat the stems.

[bumbleweed]

thanks guys I wasnt sure if the stalks would taste bitter? I def wont bother next time.

[CHICagoMUM]

No, but do give it a good rinse otherwise it can taste rather gritty.

[bumbleweed]

I've noticed the grittiness too - it can really grate between your teeth - I've also noticed that the spinach is dirtier in the bag from some supermarkets.