Wilted Spinach

Name: Wilted Spinach
Ingredients: 3 slices bacon; 3 Tbsp. chopped onion; 1 1/2 Tbsp. flour; 1/2 c. water; 1/4 c. vinegar; 3/4 tsp. salt; 1 1/2 tsp. sugar; dash of pepper; 3/4 lb. shredded raw spinach (3 c. tightly packed); 1/2 c. chopped celery

10 ingredients

8 steps

Ingredients

3 slices bacon
3 Tbsp. chopped onion
1 1/2 Tbsp. flour
1/2 c. water
1/4 c. vinegar
3/4 tsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. sugar
dash of pepper
3/4 lb. shredded raw spinach (3 c. tightly packed)
1/2 c. chopped celery

Directions

1

Cut bacon in half-inch lengths with scissors and saute with the onion for 10 minutes.
2

Lift out bacon to crisp; blend flour into fat remaining in pan.
3

Add liquids gradually and cook over low heat until thickened.
4

Add seasonings, then the spinach and celery.
5

Toss lightly until vegetables are coated with the dressing and stand over low heat until just warm.
6

Sprinkle crumbled crisp bacon over the top.
7

Serve immediately.
8

Makes 4 servings.