PALAVER

Steps:

• Rinse the spinach thoroughly; stem and tear into 3-inch pieces.
• Set aside.
• In a non-aluminum saucepan, heat the peanut oil over medium heat.
• Cut the onion in half, then quarter.
• Separate layers, and add to oil.
• Crush cloves and sprinkle over onion, stirring occasionally, until onion begins to soften.
• Add ginger and stir.
• Add tomato sauce, 1 cup water, and cardamom.
• Cook at a bubbly simmer for 4 minutes to merge flavors.
• Add cayene, stir, then add spinach, a handful at a time, stirring after each addition.
• Cover pot and simmer for 30 minutes, or until spinach is tender.
• Add salt to taste and serve warm.