"Whether it's canned soup for a casserole or canned vegetables for stuffing, there's no shame in forgoing the fresh produce aisle every once in a while. Nevertheless, there's no getting around the fact that canned vegetables have their limitations in terms of texture and flavor. That's why I decided to taste several brands of canned spinach to unpack their pros and cons and help identify which one you should reach for next time you are short on time and energy."
"If you typically can't even bring yourself to open a can of spinach because you are repelled by the wet, gooey texture of the leafy greens, I wouldn't recommend trying Harris Teeter's version. Despite costing more than any other brand on this list, this product was by far my least favorite because it was the mushiest of the bunch. It wasn't particularly high in salt, which I appreciated, but that factor couldn't rescue the spinach's disappointing texture."
Several canned spinach brands were tasted plain and evaluated for texture, flavor, quantity, and price. All tested products contained only spinach, water, and salt. Canned spinach can be useful in cooked dishes such as casseroles, stuffing, or scrambled eggs when time or energy is limited. Canned vegetables generally offer compromised texture and flavor compared with fresh produce. One tested brand, Harris Teeter, was the mushiest and least appealing despite costing more than other brands, though it was not overly salty. Mushy canned spinach may still work when combined with other ingredients in prepared dishes. Price does not always predict better texture.
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