Best 2 Seafood Florentine Recipes

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Seafood Florentine is a delectable dish that combines the flavors of the sea with the earthy richness of spinach and the creamy indulgence of a béchamel sauce. Originating from the heart of Tuscany, it is a true testament to the culinary prowess of Italian cuisine. This seafood extravaganza features tender morsels of succulent seafood, enveloped in a velvety spinach mixture, and adorned with a sprinkling of grated Parmesan cheese. Be prepared to embark on a culinary journey as we uncover the secrets to crafting this divine dish, taking you through step-by-step instructions and providing valuable tips to ensure your Seafood Florentine turns out nothing short of spectacular.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SEAFOOD FLORENTINE



Seafood Florentine image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound haddock, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 pound sea scallops, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled, halved, and boiled until fork tender
1 bag baby spinach leaves, rinsed and stems removed
2 cups heavy cream, plus 2 cups
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup fresh grated Parmesan
Fresh parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine haddock, shrimp, and scallops and mix well. Spray a medium-sized casserole dish lightly with baking spray. Sliced the cooked sweet potatoes very thinly. Layer sliced sweet potato in the bottom of the baking dish and cover with uncooked baby spinach leaves. Gently pour 2 cups cream over the potatoes and spinach. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with 3/4 of the Parmesan, then add the seafood mixture. Cover with remaining 2 cups cream and Parmesan.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes. When ready to serve, garnish lightly with fresh chopped parsley or put a sprig of parsley on side of dish.

MIXED SEAFOOD FLORENTINE



Mixed Seafood Florentine image

This is another 1 of my "found on an old sheet of paper" recipes that I modified slightly & it did say that it was orig a Food Network recipe contributed by Martha Bouchard. I love the RZ ingredient search! W/little time or effort, I easily found out there are 205 "florentine" recipes here: 2 w/scallops, 5 w/shrimp & 0 w/haddock or sweet potatoes. None of the 7 I did find resembled this unique recipe in any way. Voila! Time to enter a new & intriguing seafood recipe. :-) *Enjoy*

Provided by twissis

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 lb haddock (skinned, boned & cut in bite-sized pieces)
1/2 lb shrimp (peeled & deveined)
1/2 lb sea scallops (cut in bite-sized pieces)
1 large sweet potato (peeled, halved & boiled till fork tender)
1 (8 ounce) bag baby spinach leaves (rinsed & stems removed)
2 cups heavy cream (divided per prep)
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup fresh parmesan cheese (grated, 8 tbsp divided per prep)
fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Spray a med-sized casserole dish w/baking spray. In a bowl, mix haddock, shrimp + scallops & set aside.
  • Slice cooked sweet potato very thinly & layer slices over bottom of the casserole. Cover potato layer w/uncooked baby spinach leaves.
  • Gently pour 1 cup cream over potatoes & spinach. Season to taste pref w/salt & pepper.
  • Sprinkle w/6 tbsp grated Parmesan & evenly add mixed seafood in a layer. Pour 2nd cup of cream over the seafood & sprinkle w/last 2 tbsp grated Parmesan.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes. Sprinkle w/fresh chopped parsley & serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530.4, Fat 39.5, SaturatedFat 23.9, Cholesterol 275.6, Sodium 964.9, Carbohydrate 12.1, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 1.5, Protein 32.4

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the taste of your dish.
  • Don't overcook the seafood. Seafood is delicate and can easily become tough if it's overcooked.
  • Make sure the sauce is creamy and flavorful. The sauce is the star of this dish, so make sure it's delicious.
  • Serve the dish immediately. Seafood florentine is best enjoyed when it's hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Seafood florentine is a classic dish that's perfect for a special occasion. It's easy to make and absolutely delicious. With its creamy sauce, tender seafood, and flavorful vegetables, this dish is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a seafood recipe, give seafood florentine a try. You won't be disappointed.

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