Name: Deep-Fried Poached Eggs with Creamed Spinach and Serrano Ham
Cook time: 1 hr
Total time: 1 hr
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup plus 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 (10-oz) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry; 1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 1/2 cups coarse fresh bread crumbs (from firm white bread); 4 poached large eggs >; 3 oz thinly sliced serrano ham or prosciutto; 7 to 8 cups vegetable oil; 1 large egg, lightly beaten with 0 teaspoon water; a deep-fat thermometer

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Deep-Fried Poached Eggs with Creamed Spinach and Serrano HamRomulo Yanes

A crisp bread coating and savory serrano ham put a new spin on Eggs Florentine.

Cooks' note:

The eggs in this recipe will not be fully cooked, which may be of concern if salmonella is a problem in your area.

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