Spinach or Spinaci in italian ( pronounced speenachee) are in season now and they are deliciously crispy and fresh. Spinach is intertwined to Florentine history as no other vegetable is and this because:

“In 1533, Catherine de Medici became queen of France; she so fancied spinach that she insisted it be served at every meal. To this day, dishes made with spinach are known as “Florentine,” reflecting Catherine’s birth in Florence”.

Here are Tuscanycious’ recipes florentine style!

Ravioli Ricotta and Spinach Recipe

Crespelle alla Fiorentina Recipe

Gnudi Recipe

Boiled Water or Acquacotta Recipe

Thanks to Ted_Major | Spinach