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    I make spinach omelets a lot, but they're too watery. How do I fix this?
    Joanna Mcdonald
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    I know it sounds tedious, but double or triple up some layers of paper towels and lay some spinach on it out the pan just before adding it to the omelette. Dab the spinach with an equal layer on top to suck up additional moisture.
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    Can I put canned spinach into my homemade chicken soup?
    Community Answer
    Yes, you can put canned spinach into most soups. Spinach and chicken soup makes a good base for other dishes, too.
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    Can I add a boiled egg to the canned spinach?
    Qamar
    Top Answerer
    Yes, boiled eggs go well with spinach.
  • Question
    Can I add canned spinach to mashed potatoes?
    Community Answer
    I don't recommend this. Spinach is pretty watery, and it is likely to ruin the consistency of your potatoes. You can add some dried herbs, though.
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    If a recipe calls for 4 cups of fresh spinach, how much canned spinach should I use?
    Qamar
    Top Answerer
    That depends on the size of your cans. Usually, four large cans will do.
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    Can I use the spinach juice from canned spinach with soups?
    Will Wickart
    Community Answer
    As long as you either cut back some on the other liquids or cook the soup longer, then that would be fine to do.
  • Question
    Can I substitute canned spinach for spinach artichoke dip?
    Community Answer
    Yes, it comes out great, but you have to drain it well first.
  • Question
    Can I use canned spinach instead of frozen in recipes?
    Community Answer
    Yes. You need to adjust for liquid and salt, unless the spinach is unsalted.
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