GREEK SPINACH & RICE "SPANAKORIZO"

Greek Spinach & Rice

Provided by Maria *

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 Tbsp olive oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
3 green onions, finely chopped
3 leek leaves, thinly chopped, only white part
3 lb fresh spinach, washed, stems removed & coarsly chopped
1/3 c medium grain rice
1/2 c white wine
1 c warm water
salt & freshly ground pepper, to taste
1/2 c dill, finely chopped

Steps:

1. Heat olive oil in a wide shallow pot, over medium-high heat.
2. Saute the onions, spring onions, and leeks until translucent (about 5 minutes).
3. Add spinach and stir for a few minutes until wilted.
4. Add the white wine if using.
5. Sprinkle in the rice.
6. Add the warm water and season.
7. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 20 - 25 minutes until rice is tender. During cooking stir the "spanakorizo" once or twice and check liquid is absorbed. If so add one more cup of hot water, if necessary.
8. Add dill before the end of cooking and stir gently to wilt. Add lemon juice to suit your liking.
9. Remove from heat and drizzle remaining olive oil. Serve with lemon slices and crumbled Feta cheese (omit if fasting or vegan). Kali Orexi = Good Appetite