Spinach Puree with Yogurt

  • 1 1/2 lbs fresh spinach, washed and trimmed
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup virgin olive oil
  • 2 cups thick yogurt spread
  • salt
  • paprika
  • assorted olives
  • toasted pita bread

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Place the spinach in a saucepan with 1 quart of water and bring to a boil. Cook the spinach for two minutes, then drain it, squeezing out the excess liquid. Chop the spinach finely. Place it in a bowl and add the garlic, Turkish red pepper, olive oil and thick yogurt spread. Season with salt. Stir the mixture gently with a wooden spoon, cover the bowl and refrigerate for one hour. Garnish with paprika and olives. Serve with toasted pita bread.