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Fish Florentine

Creamy Fish Florentine for a Cozy Family Dinner Delight

Enjoy a creamy, flavorful Fish Florentine that brings warmth to your dinner table. Perfect for families and gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can substitute with olive oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Or use cream cheese for a twist.
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth works for a vegetarian version.
  • 1/2 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese Always use freshly grated for the best taste.
For the Fish and Veggies
  • 4 fillets White Fish (cod, tilapia, halibut) Choose your family's favorite fish.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil For sautéing.
  • 1 cup Sliced Bella Mushrooms
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Can substitute with regular tomatoes.
  • 5 cups Baby Spinach Can substitute with thawed frozen spinach.
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is best.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste.
For Serving
  • 1 whole Lemon Squeeze fresh juice before serving.

Equipment

  • Cast iron skillet
  • Non-stick skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large cast iron skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté 1 cup of sliced Bella mushrooms until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes. Add 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Stir in 3 cloves of minced garlic and 5 cups of baby spinach until wilted.
  2. Sprinkle in kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes to taste. Stir the mixture thoroughly and let the flavors meld together.
  3. Lower the heat and stir in 1 cup of ricotta cheese along with 1/2 cup of chicken broth, mixing well until creamy. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until it begins to bubble. Add 1/2 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted.
  4. In a separate non-stick skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium-high heat. Add lemon slices, then place 4 fish fillets in the skillet. Cook each side for 3-4 minutes until flaky.
  5. To serve, place a scoop of the creamy spinach mixture on each plate, top with flaky fish fillets, and finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pat fish dry before cooking for better browning. Grease pans to prevent sticking.

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