How to Make Beef Florentine - A Step-by-Step Guide

Beef Florentine is a classic Italian dish that originated in the Tuscany region. It is a flavorful and hearty meal that combines tender beef, creamy spinach, and rich cheese. This dish is a perfect choice for special occasions or a cozy family dinner. The combination of ingredients creates a comforting and satisfying dish that is sure to become a favorite in your recipe rotation.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups medium egg noodles
  • 1 ½ pounds ground beef
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
  • 1 (8 ounce) container cottage cheese
  • ¼ cup chopped onion
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • 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

    574 cal.

    • Total Fat: 39g
    • Saturated Fat: 18g
    • Cholesterol: 137mg
    • Sodium: 1110mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 17g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 38g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 428mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 767mg