Beef Florentine Recipe
Prep Time: 1 hour
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 2 hours
Yield: 6 servings
Calories: 393.9 per serving
Rating: ★★★★☆ (4.5 from 2 reviews)
Description
This Beef Florentine recipe, inspired by the “Home Cooking” cookbook, has evolved into one of our household favorites over the years. It’s a delightful dish that blends hearty flavors with tender spinach and savory beef, all encased in layers of golden, buttery phyllo pastry. Perfect for any occasion, this dish is sure to earn a spot on your list of go-to recipes!
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 can (14.5 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 9 oz fresh spinach, trimmed
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup small curd cottage cheese
- 1 cup Italian blend cheese, shredded
- 8 sheets phyllo pastry
- Melted butter, for brushing
Instructions
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Prepare the Sauce:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, nutmeg, oregano, sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer uncovered for at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
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Prepare the Filling:
- While the sauce simmers, wilt the spinach in a separate pan until cooked through. Drain well and squeeze out excess liquid.
- In a bowl, combine beaten eggs, cottage cheese, cooked spinach, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
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Assemble the Dish:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 13×9-inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
- Spread the prepared sauce evenly in the baking dish.
- Top with the spinach and cottage cheese mixture.
- Sprinkle the shredded Italian blend cheese over the filling.
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Prepare the Crust:
- Working with one sheet of phyllo pastry at a time, brush each sheet lightly with melted butter and layer them on top of the cheese mixture, stacking to create 8 layers.
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Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the top crust is golden brown and crispy.
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Serve:
- Allow the dish to cool for at least 15 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
- This Beef Florentine dish pairs wonderfully with a fresh green salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Enjoy making and savoring this delicious Beef Florentine recipe from Love With Recipes! It’s a perfect blend of comforting flavors and textures that will delight your family and guests alike.
