Halibut Florentine is a seafood dish, generally consisting of halibut fillets cooked in a creamy spinach and Parmesan sauce. Variations can include adding lemon juice and zest, white wine, mushrooms, and/or artichoke hearts to the dish. This filling is then baked until bubbly and topped with additional grated Parmesan cheese and sometimes breadcrumbs. The history of halibut florentine is unclear, but it is believed to have originated in the early 1900s. It is a versatile dish that can be served on its own or with rice, pasta, or roasted vegetables. It is also a popular choice for holiday meals, such as Christmas and Easter.
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HALIBUT FLORENTINE
I HATE FISH! But this is so good! My mom made this for us and it is deelish - The fish is very mild and not fishy at all, I love spinach and the cheese, YUM - Next to "Yummy Chicken" I would have to say honestly that this is now one of my favorites!
Provided by Pvt Amys Mom
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Melt butter in sauce pan.
- Add flour.
- Add milk and stir until thick to make a white sauce.
- Add 1/4 cup of the parmesan cheese and stir until melted.
- Add salt and pepper to sauce to taste.
- Place spinach in bottom of casserole dish.
- Top with fish fillet(s).
- Cover with white sauce.
- Combine Mozzarella, 1/4 cup of Parmesan, cheddar cheese, bread crumbs and Old Bay Seasoning.
- Sprinkle over top of sauce.
- Bake at 350°F for 20-30 minutes (no need to cover with foil).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.6, Fat 25.4, SaturatedFat 14.6, Cholesterol 148.1, Sodium 705.6, Carbohydrate 15.2, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 1.4, Protein 39.8
HALIBUT FLORENTINE
Halibut in a cheesy sauce over spinach. This is SO easy and the halibut comes out moist and flaky. Great for company because it's fancy but simple to make!
Provided by Kimberly
Categories Main Dish Recipes Seafood Main Dish Recipes Halibut
Time 1h15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a saucepan over medium heat, cook and stir the Cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and milk until melted and well blended. Mix in the flour and water, stirring constantly, until thick and smooth.
- Layer the spinach in the bottom of a baking dish. Arrange the halibut steaks over the spinach, and season with salt and pepper. Pour the cheese sauce mixture over the halibut.
- Bake 45 minutes in the preheated oven, until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 587.3 calories, Carbohydrate 18.8 g, Cholesterol 132.3 mg, Fat 28.8 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 63.3 g, SaturatedFat 15.8 g, Sodium 750.6 mg, Sugar 7 g
CREAMY HALIBUT FLORENTINE
This is a restaurant-quality dish that is not only easy but so delicious, it's an elegant dish to serve at a dinner party. This recipe can easily be doubled and baked in a larger baking dish or a shallow roasting pan. Serve this with fresh mushrooms sauteed in butter and recipe#124730 you will think you are dining in a fancy restaurant!
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Halibut
Time 55m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Set oven to 350 degrees.
- Butter a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-low heat stir together the half and half cream with cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth; mix in the flour and water stirring constantly until thickend and smooth; remove from heat.
- Sprinkle the spinach evenly into the baking dish.
- Brush the halibut on both sides with melted butter, then season with seasoned salt (or white salt) and black pepper on both sides.
- Place the halibut steaks over the spinach, then pour the cheese sauce over the halibut.
- Bake 35-40 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Divide onto four plates.
- Delicious!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 963.5, Fat 52.8, SaturatedFat 30.6, Cholesterol 341.8, Sodium 1012.2, Carbohydrate 18.2, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 1.5, Protein 102.7
Tips:
- For the best results, use fresh halibut fillets. If using frozen fillets, thaw them completely before cooking.
- Season the halibut fillets generously with salt and pepper before cooking. This will help to enhance their flavor.
- Cook the halibut fillets until they are just opaque in the center. Overcooking will make them tough and dry.
- Make sure the spinach is wilted before adding it to the sauce. This will help to prevent it from becoming watery.
- If you don't have heavy cream, you can use milk instead. However, the sauce will be thinner.
- Serve the halibut florentine immediately over rice or pasta.
Conclusion:
Halibut florentine is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The combination of flaky halibut, creamy sauce, and wilted spinach is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a seafood dish to impress your guests, give halibut florentine a try.
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