Tag Archives: Spinach

What You Need To Know About Contaminated Spinach

More than 170 people in twenty different states have been infected with E. coli from eating contaminated fresh spinach. Do you know what is safe to eat and what should end up in the trash? Here is all the important information you need about contaminated spinach and E. coli. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control is advising people to avoid fresh spinach that comes from Monterey County, San Benito County, and Santa Clara County in California. Spinach grown outside those three counties is safe for consumption. Frozen and canned spinach are safe for consumption. If you cannot verify the origin … Continue reading →

Fitness & Health Alert: FDA Warning About Spinach

The FDA released a warning on bagged spinach this week: FDA Warning on Serious Foodborne E.coli O157:H7 Outbreak The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is issuing an alert to consumers about an outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 in multiple states that may be associated with the consumption of produce. To date, preliminary epidemiological evidence suggests that bagged fresh spinach may be a possible cause of this outbreak. Based on the current information, FDA advises that consumers not eat bagged fresh spinach at this time. Individuals who believe they may have experienced symptoms of illness after consuming bagged spinach are … Continue reading →

Creamy Spinach Mushroom Skillet Enchiladas

Maybe I watched too many Popeye cartoons was a kid, but I like spinach. Creamed spinach, spinach and artichoke dip, regular spinach with a little pepper sauce – does not matter how it is prepared, I eat it up. And, this delish creamy spinach mushroom skillet enchiladas recipe is no exception. For this recipe, you will need olive oil, minced garlic, chili powder, ground cumin, sliced mushrooms, 1 six-ounce package of fresh baby spinach, cream cheese with onions and chives, green salsa, corn tortillas, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, sour cream, and fresh cilantro. Preheat your oven to broil. In a … Continue reading →