Best 7 Impossibly Easy Eggs Florentine Bake Recipes

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Indulge in the culinary delight of Eggs Florentine Bake, an incredibly easy and satisfying dish that combines the classic flavors of Eggs Benedict with the convenience of a casserole. This exceptional recipe transforms humble ingredients into a stunning dish that is perfect for brunch, lunch, or dinner. With its creamy spinach and cheese filling, poached eggs nestled on top, and a sprinkling of crispy bacon bits, this bake offers a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

The Eggs Florentine Bake is not just a one-trick pony; it comes with variations that cater to different dietary preferences and cravings. For those who prefer a vegetarian version, the recipe provides an alternative filling made from sautéed mushrooms and bell peppers, ensuring a hearty and flavorful experience. Additionally, if you're seeking a gluten-free option, the recipe offers a guide to transform this dish into a celiac-friendly delight.

To complete your culinary journey, the article features two additional recipes that complement the Eggs Florentine Bake perfectly. Start your meal with a refreshing and tangy Orange Julius, a classic drink that will awaken your senses and prepare your palate for the main course. End your meal on a sweet note with the delectable Chocolate Mousse, a rich and decadent dessert that will leave you feeling satisfied and fulfilled.

With its ease of preparation and versatility, the Eggs Florentine Bake and its accompanying recipes are sure to become favorites in your kitchen. Whether you're hosting a special brunch, treating your family to a comforting meal, or simply seeking a quick and delicious weeknight dinner, this recipe collection has something for everyone.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

FLORENTINE EGG BAKE



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This flavorful breakfast bake comes together quickly using handy convenience foods, including refrigerated hash browns, biscuit mix and store-bought pesto. For a seafood variation, replace the ham with crabmeat.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (20 ounces) refrigerated shredded hash brown potatoes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
4 ounces Swiss cheese, cubed
4 ounces thinly sliced deli ham, coarsely chopped
8 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon prepared pesto
1 cup biscuit/baking mix
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups shredded Asiago cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the hash browns and oil. Press into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until edges are golden brown. , Combine the spinach and Swiss cheese; sprinkle over crust. Top with ham. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, buttermilk and pesto. Combine the biscuit mix, salt and pepper; add to egg mixture. Stir in the Asiago cheese. Pour over ham. , Bake, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10-15 minutes before cutting. Sprinkle with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 391 calories, Fat 21g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 253mg cholesterol, Sodium 714mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

EGGS FLORENTINE



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This is a basic and elegant recipe for eggs Florentine. Make sure not to overcook it!

Provided by Kel Kel

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs     Omelet Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons butter
½ cup mushrooms, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ (10 ounce) package fresh spinach
6 large eggs, slightly beaten
salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 tablespoons cream cheese, cut into small pieces

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir mushrooms and garlic until garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Add spinach to mushroom mixture and cook until spinach is wilted, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Stir eggs into mushroom-spinach mixture; season with salt and pepper. Cook, without stirring, until eggs start to firm; flip. Sprinkle cream cheese over egg mixture and cook until cream cheese starts to soften, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.9 calories, Carbohydrate 4.1 g, Cholesterol 408.3 mg, Fat 22.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 15.7 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 276 mg, Sugar 1.3 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 FLORENTINE CASSEROLE



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For our Christmas brunch, I make this variation on a classic eggs Florentine recipe, adding sausage and spinach to make a snappy casserole. Sometimes I mix in fresh peppers or green chiles, so play with it. -Karen Weekley, Washington, West Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound bulk pork sausage
2 tablespoons butter
1 large onion, chopped
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
12 large eggs
2 cups 2% milk
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink, 6-8 minutes, breaking into crumbles; drain and transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., In same skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion and mushrooms; cook and stir 3-5 minutes or until tender. Stir in spinach. Spoon vegetable mixture over sausage., In a large bowl, whisk eggs and milk until blended; pour egg mixture over vegetables. Sprinkle with cheeses and paprika. Bake, uncovered, 30-35 minutes or until the center is set and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 calories, Fat 20g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 226mg cholesterol, Sodium 344mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

ELLIPSIS EGGS FLORENTINE



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Provided by Food Network

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 egg yolks
1 pound clarified butter
1/4 cup lemon juice
Salt and pepper
6 large potatoes, thinly sliced
1 large onion, sliced
1 cup whipping cream
1 cup grated Swiss Gruyere cheese
6 eggs
3 tablespoons white vinegar

Steps:

  • For the Ellipsis hollandaise: Whisk egg yolks over double boiler to a ribbon stage then remove from heat. Whisking vigorously, slowly add warm clarified butter. Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
  • For the Ellipsis gallette: In a 9-inch casserole dish, layer potato and onion slices seasoning each with salt and pepper. Pour cream over entire dish and bake at 400 degrees for approximately 30 minutes. Top with Gruyere.
  • For the Poached eggs: Bring water to a boil and add vinegar. Reduce heat to medium then drop 1 egg in at a time. Cook until eggs are firm, yet runny on the inside.
  • Cut gallette into serving pieces. Chiffonade enough spinach to form a nest on each gallette, place 2 poached eggs atop spinach and pour the hollandaise on top of the completed dish.

IMPOSSIBLY EASY BACON, EGG AND TOT BAKE (WITH MAKE-AHEAD DIRECTIONS)



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Crispy tots, bacon and eggs come together in one amazing and easy breakfast bake!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Breakfast

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup Original Bisquick™ mix
2 cups milk
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 eggs
1 lb bacon, crisply cooked and chopped
6 cups Cascadian Farm™ Spud Puppies™ frozen organic crispy golden potatoes
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 oz)
1 tablespoon sliced green onion (1 medium)
Ketchup, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, stir Bisquick mix, milk, pepper and eggs until blended; pour into baking dish, and top with half of the bacon.
  • Place frozen potato nuggets in single layer on ungreased large cookie sheet with sides. Place both the baking dish and cookie sheet in oven. Bake 20 minutes.
  • Place potato nuggets evenly on top of Bisquick bake; top with cheese and remaining bacon. Bake 10 to 15 minutes longer or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes. Top with green onion. Serve with ketchup.
  • Make-Ahead Directions: Make Bisquick bake as directed through step 2. Cover and refrigerate up to 12 hours. Uncover, and continue as directed in step 3.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 130 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1160 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 4 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

Tips:

  • Use fresh spinach for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have heavy cream, you can use milk instead.
  • Add a pinch of nutmeg to the béchamel sauce for extra flavor.
  • Use a variety of cheeses in the béchamel sauce to create a more complex flavor.
  • Top the eggs Florentine bake with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese before baking.
  • Serve the eggs Florentine bake with a side of roasted vegetables or a salad.

Conclusion:

Eggs Florentine bake is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast, brunch, or lunch dish. It's perfect for special occasions or a lazy weekend morning. With its creamy béchamel sauce, wilted spinach, and perfectly poached eggs, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy yet impressive meal, give this eggs Florentine bake a try.

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