2 tbsp. raw peanuts
2 tbsp. salad oil
1/4 c. smoked ham, chopped
2 tbsp. vinegar
1/4 tsp. powdered mustard
1/2 tsp. salt
1 lb. fresh spinach
6 c. boiling water

Boil the water. Chop the ham and place in small bowl. Add vinegar, mustard and salt. Wash and stem the spinach; place in a large bowl and pour the boiling water over it. Let stand 2 to 3 minutes.

Meanwhile, heat oil and lightly toast peanuts. Pour peanuts and oil over ham and seasonings in the small bowl. Drain, chop and redrain the spinach. Place in serving bowl. Add ham/peanut/oil mixture to spinach and toss to mix.