Best 5 Eggs Florentine Wiki Recipes

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Eggs Florentine is a classic brunch dish made with poached eggs served on top of a bed of creamed spinach and topped with a rich Hollandaise sauce. It is believed to have originated in France in the 19th century and has since become a popular dish all over the world. The combination of the soft, runny eggs, the creamy spinach, and the tangy Hollandaise sauce makes for a truly decadent and satisfying meal.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

EGGS FLORENTINE MADE EASY



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Eggs Florentine is a classic breakfast or brunch dish. Make the hollandaise in advance, and the rest of the recipe comes together quickly.

Provided by Elaine Lemm

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Lunch     Snack     Sauces

Time 12m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb./500 g spinach
1 tbsp. olive oil
1/4 cup/50 mL white wine vinegar
8 eggs (free range)
4 English muffins
8 tbsp. Hollandaise sauce
Black pepper (to taste)
Garnish: nutmeg (freshly grated)

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • First, prepare the spinach. Heat up a pan large enough to hold all the spinach.
  • When it is very hot, add a splash of olive oil and throw in the spinach. Turn it over using tongs for 1 to 2 minutes until wilted. Do not overcook the spinach or it will become slimy.
  • Tip the spinach into a colander and press out any excess liquid with the back of a spoon. Return the spinach to the pan and divide into four portions. Keep warm by covering with a lid or a tea towel. Preheat the grill.
  • To poach the eggs, bring a pan of water to the boil and add the vinegar. When simmering, gently crack the eggs and slip them into the water without breaking the yolks. Poach the eggs for about 3 minutes or until the whites are set, but the yolks are still soft.
  • Meanwhile, split the muffins and toast them on both sides on the grill. Butter lightly and place onto warmed plates.
  • Put a portion of spinach on each muffin half and keep warm under the grill.
  • When the eggs are done, lift them out with a slotted spoon and pat dry with kitchen paper. Place one on each muffin half and spoon 1 to 2 tablespoons of hollandaise and grated nutmeg over top and. Serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 826 kcal, Carbohydrate 73 g, Cholesterol 539 mg, Fiber 5 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Sodium 1186 mg, Sugar 37 g, Fat 49 g, ServingSize 4 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

IMPOSSIBLY EASY EGGS FLORENTINE BAKE



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If you've ever made eggs Florentine for a crowd-toasting the muffins, buttering the muffins, poaching the eggs, wilting the spinach, making the Hollandaise, prepping the garnish and getting it all assembled and plated and served, while it's still hot-you'll appreciate this Impossibly Easy casserole version. Loaded with the flavorful combination of silky spinach, roasted red peppers, melty mozzarella and nutty Parmesan, and topped with perfectly cooked eggs, chopped fresh tomatoes and rich drizzle of Hollandaise-this easy egg bake delivers on all the luxurious flavor of eggs Florentine, just without the fuss. So, keep the recipe handy for your next brunch, because entertaining should be fun for the entertainer, too!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/4 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
2 cups milk
12 eggs
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
4 cups lightly packed fresh baby spinach
1 cup diced jarred roasted red bell peppers, patted dry (12-oz jar)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (8 oz)
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (4 oz)
1 package (1.25 oz) hollandaise sauce mix
1/3 cup diced tomato

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In large bowl, beat Bisquick™ mix, milk, 4 of the eggs, 3/4 teaspoon of the salt and the red pepper with whisk until blended. Stir in spinach, bell peppers and cheeses. Pour into baking dish.
  • Bake uncovered 25 minutes. Spray bottom of metal 1/4 cup measuring cup or bottom of small (2-inch diameter) glass with cooking spray; carefully make 8 wells in partially baked mixture in baking dish. Crack an egg into each well. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Bake 12 to 16 minutes longer or just until yolks are set. Cool 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make hollandaise sauce as directed on package. Drizzle 1/2 cup of sauce over top of casserole. Top with tomato. Serve with remaining sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 310 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1130 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

EGGS BENEDICT FLORENTINE



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Eggs Benedict Florentine with smoked ham.

Provided by Trudie

Categories     Breakfast Eggs

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 large egg yolks
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 pinch ground white pepper
½ cup butter, cut into small cubes
salt to taste
1 pinch ground paprika
1 teaspoon white vinegar
8 large eggs
8 slices Deli Thin Smoked Ham-Water Added OM
½ cup fresh spinach, or to taste
4 medium English muffins, split
2 tablespoons butter, softened, or to taste

Steps:

  • Prepare Hollandaise: Whisk together egg yolks, lemon juice, and pepper in a pan over low heat. Add 1/2 of the butter and continue to whisk until the butter is melted and incorporated. Add remaining butter and salt and whisk until melted. Sprinkle in paprika. Turn heat off and cover with a lid to keep warm.
  • Fill a large saucepan with 5 to 8 inches of water and bring to a gentle simmer. Add vinegar and reduce heat to low. Carefully break eggs into the simmering water and cook until whites are firm and the yolks have thickened but are not hard, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the eggs from the water with a slotted spoon, dab on a kitchen towel to remove excess water, and place onto a warm plate.
  • While the eggs are poaching heat ham in a skillet over medium-high heat until warm, 2 to 3 minutes, microwave spinach sprinkled with a little water on a plate for 30 seconds, and toast English muffins.
  • Spread butter on toasted muffins. Top each half with a slice of ham, some spinach, and a poached egg. Drizzle with a healthy helping of Hollandaise and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 636.4 calories, Carbohydrate 28.9 g, Cholesterol 768 mg, Fat 47.4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 24.1 g, Sodium 862.7 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

FLORENTINE EGGS



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A wonderful way to spruce up eggs using spinach, mushrooms, tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese.

Provided by MIDWESTCINCY

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs     Scrambled Egg Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 large eggs
1 tablespoon milk
salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon sliced onion, or to taste
1 clove garlic, minced
½ cup sliced baby bella mushrooms
½ cup fresh spinach, or to taste
4 cherry tomatoes, sliced
2 tablespoons shredded mozzarella cheese, or to taste
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Beat eggs, milk, and a pinch of salt together in a bowl.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic until onion is softened, 5 to 10 minutes. Add mushrooms, spinach, and cherry tomatoes; cook and stir until spinach is wilted, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Pour egg mixture over vegetable mixture and cook until eggs are still soft and halfway cooked, 2 to 3 minutes. Add mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese to egg mixture; cook until eggs are set and cheeses are melted, 3 to 4 more minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 455.2 calories, Carbohydrate 5.5 g, Cholesterol 567.5 mg, Fat 38.1 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 344.3 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

EGGS FLORENTINE



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I wanted to impress my family with a holiday brunch, but keep it healthy, too. So I lightened up the hollandaise sauce in a classic egg recipe. No one could believe this tasty dish was good for them! -Bobbi Trautman of Burns, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons reduced-fat stick margarine
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1-1/4 cups fat-free milk
1 large egg yolk
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 pound fresh spinach
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 large eggs
2 English muffins, split and toasted
Dash paprika

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, melt margarine. Stir in flour and 1/4 teaspoon salt until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. , Stir a small amount of sauce into egg yolk; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in lemon juice and zest. Set aside and keep warm., Place spinach in a steamer basket. Sprinkle with pepper and remaining salt. Place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 3-4 minutes or until wilted and tender., Meanwhile, in a skillet or omelet pan with high sides, bring 2 to 3 in. water to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer gently. Break cold eggs, one at a time, into a custard cup or saucer. Holding the dish close to the surface of the simmering water, slip the eggs, one at a time, into the water. Cook, uncovered, for 3-5 minutes or until whites are completely set and yolks begin to thicken. Lift out of the water with a slotted spoon., Place spinach on each muffin half; top with an egg. Spoon 3 tablespoons sauce over each egg. Sprinkle with paprika. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 267mg cholesterol, Sodium 635mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your Eggs Florentine.
  • Cook the eggs gently. Overcooked eggs will be tough and rubbery.
  • Use a good quality hollandaise sauce. This is the key to a great Eggs Florentine dish.
  • Assemble the dish just before serving. This will prevent the eggs from getting soggy.
  • Serve Eggs Florentine with a side of fresh fruit or salad.

Conclusion:

Eggs Florentine is a classic brunch dish that is both delicious and easy to make. With a few simple tips, you can create a perfect Eggs Florentine that will impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a special brunch recipe, give Eggs Florentine a try!

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