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

Image may contain Plant Food Meal Dish and Pork

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.

Recipe notes

Caramelized Onion Pasta

Turn humble onions into this thrifty yet luxe pasta dinner.

Our Favorite French Onion Soup

Caramelized onions, melty Gruyère, and a deeply savory broth deliver the kind of comfort that doesn’t need improving.

White Bean Turkey Chili

A dash of cocoa powder adds depth and richness to the broth of this easy turkey chili.

Smothered Italian Sausage

This is what I call a fridge-eater recipe. The key here is getting a nice sear on the sausage and cooking the tomato down until it coats the sausage and vegetables well.

Golden Mushroom Soup With Orzo & a Pat of Butter

This is the type of soup that, at first glance, might seem a little…unexciting. But you’re underestimating the power of mushrooms, which do the heavy lifting.

Béchamel Sauce

This classic 15-minute sauce is your secret weapon for homemade mac and cheese, chowder, lasagna, and more.

Crème Anglaise

The silky French vanilla sauce that goes with everything.

Butternut Squash–Kale Salad With Roasted Garlic Vinaigrette

Round out these autumn greens with tart pomegranate seeds, crunchy pepitas, and a shower of Parmesan.