Crespelle alla Fiorentina

Crespelle alla Fiorentina are delicate Italian crepes filled with a rich spinach and ricotta mixture, topped with a luscious béchamel and grated cheese, offering a delightful start to your day. This savory dish encapsulates the essence of Tuscan cuisine, combining simple ingredients for an exquisite flavor experience.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 100g
• Milk - 250ml
• Eggs - 2 large
• Salt - 1/4 tsp
• Butter - 20g (for cooking the crepes)
• Fresh spinach - 200g
• Ricotta cheese - 200g
• Parmesan cheese - 50g, grated
• Nutmeg - a pinch
• Olive oil - 1 tbsp
• Butter - 30g (for béchamel)
• All-purpose flour - 30g (for béchamel)
• Milk - 250ml (for béchamel)
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, eggs, and salt until smooth to make the crepe batter. Let it rest for 15 minutes.
2. In a skillet, melt 20g of butter over medium heat. Pour a small ladle of batter into the skillet, swirling to cover the base. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the edges lift, then flip and cook for another 1 minute. Repeat to make 4 crepes, stacking them on a plate.
3. In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the fresh spinach and sauté until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly, then mix with ricotta, 25g of grated Parmesan, and nutmeg. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Spread a layer of the spinach-ricotta filling onto each crepe, roll them up, and place them in a greased baking dish.
5. For the béchamel, melt 30g of butter in a saucepan. Whisk in 30g of flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually add 250ml of milk, whisking continuously until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Pour the béchamel over the rolled crepes in the baking dish and sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese on top.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until golden and bubbling. Serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from spinach, supporting immune health.
• Contains protein from ricotta, aiding in muscle repair and growth.

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