German-Style Spinach Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Start by washing the spinach leaves thoroughly and removing any tough stems.
• STEP 2.In a large skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside.
• STEP 3.In the same skillet, sauté the onions until they are soft and translucent.
• STEP 4.Add the spinach leaves to the skillet and cook until wilted, stirring occasionally.
• STEP 5.Once the spinach is wilted, crumble the cooked bacon and add it back to the skillet.
• STEP 6.Drizzle the spinach with a touch of vinegar and season with salt and pepper to taste.
• STEP 7.Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
• STEP 8.Serve the German-style spinach as a side dish or as a main course with crusty bread.

Cooking Tips

• Be sure to remove any tough stems from the spinach leaves before cooking.
• You can use either fresh or frozen spinach for this recipe, but fresh spinach will yield the best results.
• If you prefer a vegetarian version, you can omit the bacon and use olive oil instead for sautéing the onions.

Storage and Serving

• German-style spinach is best served immediately while it is still hot.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Reheat the spinach in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through.