SPINACH
a vegetable, cultivated in many varieties, which is becoming increasingly popular both boiled as "greens" and in soups. When well cooked, it is about as health-giving an article as can be imagined.
The best varieties are the Broad-leafed, Savoy or Curly-leafed, Prickly-leafed and New Zealand. It is essential that only young leaves be purchased, as old leaves are coarse and not very palatable except after long and careful cooking. Much of that sold in Northern stores during the winter comes from the Southern States. Large quantities are also raised in hothouses.
The strong green of spinach is employed to color pickle-vinegar and for many other food purposes.