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

Josiah Ghaji
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This recipe is a keeper!


Shani 302
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I'm definitely making this again!


Ni loy
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I've tried other Eggs Florentine recipes, but this one is by far the best.


Md Mustafa
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my hollandaise sauce turned out lumpy.


Fatima “Fatious” Bakali
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion breakfast or brunch.


kiganda Steven
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. Highly recommend!


Naeem Abbas512
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The poached eggs were overcooked and the hollandaise sauce was bland.


Bidhan Chandra
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I found the recipe a bit too complicated and time-consuming.


cabbey dheere (cabbey dheere)
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The hollandaise sauce was a bit too rich for my taste, but the rest of the dish was delicious.


Kashish Kumari
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I'm not a big fan of spinach, but I loved the way it was prepared in this recipe.


Lifestyle Fpa Alert
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My first attempt at Eggs Florentine was a success! The poached eggs were cooked perfectly and the hollandaise sauce was divine.


Malik Faraz Bhatti
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I was impressed with how quickly this dish came together. The hollandaise sauce was surprisingly easy to make.


Leo Heart
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I've made Eggs Florentine several times now and it's become a family favorite. The hollandaise sauce is especially addictive.


Thasin Hossin
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This is my go-to recipe for Eggs Florentine. It's easy to follow and always turns out delicious.


Shree Rajshree
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The Eggs Florentine was a hit at my dinner party. Everyone raved about the velvety hollandaise sauce.


JR Hasib Ahmed
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I tried this recipe for a special brunch and it turned out amazing. The hollandaise sauce was a bit tricky to make, but the step-by-step instructions were helpful.


Asif Ibrar
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Eggs Florentine was a delightful dish that exceeded my expectations. The combination of perfectly poached eggs, creamy spinach, and tangy hollandaise sauce created a harmonious symphony of flavors.


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