-If you are using fresh spinach, place spinach in a microwave safe dish and add 1/4 cup of water. Cover bowl and microwave for 2 minutes and check. If the spinach is not wilted, microwave at one minute intervals until completely cooked and wilted. One pound of fresh spinach leaves will cook down to approximately one cup of cooked spinach. Make sure to squeeze out all excess water after cooking, and before adding to cream cheese mixture.
-Microwaves vary from one to another. Your total cook time may be less or more than mine. Watch the mixture when making the first time to make sure it does not overcook! Stir and cover as directed.