How to wilt spinach

By EdieK

Fresh spinach needs only the very briefest cooking, to keep its colour and texture.

Ingredients

• Spinach
• olive oil for cooking
• knob of butter
• nutmeg

Details

Adapted from waitrose.com

Preparation

Step 1

Step 1

If necessary, place spinach in a bowl of cold water, and leave for a few minutes until any grit drops to the bottom, or rinse under cold running water in a colander. Drain well.



Step 2

Heat a little olive oil in a large frying pan.



Step 3

Add the drained spinach, and allow to cook for about a minute, turning frequently.



Step 4

Add a knob of butter, season and sprinkle with freshly grated nutmeg. Toss together until the butter melts and serve immediately.