**Beef Florentine: A Culinary Symphony of Tenderness and Flavor**
Embark on a culinary journey to savor the exquisite Beef Florentine, a symphony of flavors that tantalizes the taste buds and leaves you craving for more. This classic Italian dish showcases tender beef fillet enveloped in a rich and creamy spinach and béchamel sauce, then crowned with a golden-brown cheese crust. Our comprehensive guide presents three variations of this delectable dish, each offering a unique twist on the original. From the traditional preparation to variations featuring artichoke hearts and mushrooms, these recipes cater to diverse palates and guarantee an unforgettable dining experience.
BEEF FLORENTINE
This is a recipe my Mother made often. The teenagers around my house inhale it. I usually saute the onion in a little butter before adding it to the dish and I microwave the spinach.
Provided by Sarah Boothe
Categories 100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes Noodle Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until evenly brown; drain excess fat. Season with oregano, salt and pepper. Stir in tomato sauce and water. Remove from heat, and stir in cooked noodles.
- In a medium bowl, combine spinach, cottage cheese, onion, and Parmesan cheese. Spread half of noodle mixture in a large casserole dish. Layer with all of spinach mixture, then cover with remaining noodle mixture.
- Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes. Cover with mozzarella, and continue cooking 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 574 calories, Carbohydrate 17.2 g, Cholesterol 136.9 mg, Fat 39.4 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 37.7 g, SaturatedFat 17.6 g, Sodium 1110 mg, Sugar 4.4 g
BEEF FLORENTINE
I got the original idea for this recipe from "Home Cooking" cook book and have developed it through the years to one of our favorites. It is wonderful. I'm sure anyone who tries it will add it to their list of favorites.
Provided by mewmew
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 2h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- SAUCE Place olive oil in large skillet.
- Add garlic and brown for about 2 minutes.
- Add ground beef and brown.
- Drain off excess grease.
- Add crushed tomatoes.
- Add tomato paste.
- Add nutmeg, oregano and salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer for at least 1 hour.
- While this is cooking prepare the filling.
- FILLING Trim ends from spinach.
- Cook until wilted.
- Drain off all excess liquid and squeeze dry.
- Beat 2 eggs.
- Add cottage cheese and spinach.
- Add 1 cup of Italian blend cheese.
- Salt and pepper.
- CRUST Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.
- Spray a 13x9 pan (preferrably glass) with non stick spray.
- Pour sauce into pan.
- Top with filling.
- Cover with rest of cheese.
- Take one sheet of Phyllo at a time and brush with melted butter until you have 8 layers.
- Bake at 350 deg.
- for 1 hour or until top is golden brown.
- Let stand for at least 15 minutes.
- Cut into squares and serve.
BEEF FLORENTINE
Even my three small children---who won't touch spinach in any other way---enjoy this meal!-Cindy Waltner, Columbus, Montana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 10-12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until no longer pink; drain., In a small bowl, combine the spaghetti sauce, water, tomato sauce, tomato paste, salt and pepper. Add to skillet. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. , In a large bowl, combine the eggs, macaroni, bread crumbs, spinach and cheese. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with meat sauce. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts :
GROUND BEEF FLORENTINE
Make and share this Ground Beef Florentine recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Alan Leonetti
Categories Vegetable
Time 50m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef and onion. Add the spinach, garlic powder and dry mustard, and cook until the meat is done.
- In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, heavy cream, Parmesan, nutmeg, salt and pepper to taste and mix well.
- Combine the cream cheese mixture and the meat mixture in the large bowl.
- Spoon the entire combined mixture into the large baking dish. Top with the 4 or 6 blend shredded cheese.
- Bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until bubbly and slightly golden browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 985.3, Fat 71.8, SaturatedFat 39.7, Cholesterol 297.7, Sodium 1150.4, Carbohydrate 14.6, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 2.1, Protein 70.9
ITALIAN BEEF FLORENTINE
This version of Beef Florentine used chuck patties instead of steak, which makes it easy and quick to prepare. It goes well with a fresh salad and garlic bread or rolls.
Provided by TasteTester
Categories Meat
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place flour on a plate. Beat eggs gently, in a shallow bowl, until blended. In another shallow bowl, mix Panko bread crumbs, Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt and pepper.
- Preheat large saute pan on medium-high 2-3 minutes. Dip patties in flour (coating both sides), then dip in egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off. Finally, dip into Panko bread crumb mixture.
- Place oil in pan; swirl to coat. Add patties to pan and cook 2-3 minutes on each side to brown.
- Reduce heat to medium; cook 2-3 more minutes on each side, until cooked through.
- Meanwhile, combine sauce mix and milk in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil on medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low; stir in butter and spinach. Cook 2-3 minutes, stirring often, or until spinach is wilted. Serve sauce over patties.
Tips:
- Choose tender cuts of beef. The best cuts for Beef Florentine are tenderloin, strip steak, or ribeye steak. These cuts are all relatively lean and cook quickly, so they won't become tough or dry.
- Marinate the beef. Marinating the beef helps to tenderize it and add flavor. You can use a simple marinade made with olive oil, garlic, and herbs, or you can get more creative with your ingredients.
- Cook the beef to your desired doneness. Beef Florentine is typically cooked to medium-rare or medium, but you can cook it to your liking. Just be careful not to overcook the beef, or it will become tough.
- Use fresh spinach. Fresh spinach is the best choice for Beef Florentine. If you can't find fresh spinach, you can use frozen spinach, but be sure to thaw it and squeeze out all of the excess water before using it.
- Don't overcook the spinach. Spinach cooks very quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Otherwise, it will become wilted and mushy.
- Serve Beef Florentine immediately. Beef Florentine is best served immediately after it is cooked. This will ensure that the beef is still juicy and tender, and the spinach is still bright and green.
Conclusion:
Beef Florentine is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a little planning, you can create a Beef Florentine that will impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
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