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Spinach Baked Eggs

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Spinach Baked Eggs is a delightful dish perfect for any time of day, featuring creamy eggs, earthy spinach, and flavorful prosciutto. It’s satisfying and easy to prepare in one pan, making it an excellent choice for breakfast or dinner.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • 2 garlic cloves, grated
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 small shallot, thinly sliced
  • 3 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto, coarsely chopped
  • 11 ounces baby spinach (1 large box)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 large eggs
  • Fresh Parmesan cheese for grating
  • Bread or toast, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  • Combine heavy cream and grated garlic in a saucepan; simmer until slightly thickened.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet; sauté shallots until golden, then add prosciutto and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Stir in spinach until wilted; season with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour the garlic cream over the spinach mixture; simmer for 2-4 minutes.
  • Create nests for the eggs in the spinach; gently slide eggs into the nests.
  • Grate Parmesan over eggs; bake for 7-10 minutes until whites are set and yolks are runny.
  • Let cool slightly before serving with crusty bread or toast.

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Notes

Reduce cream to ½ cup if using multiple packages of spinach to avoid a watery dish.
Ensure eggs are at room temperature for even cooking.
Watch the baking time to achieve preferred yolk runniness.

  • Author: jeremy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 600
  • Fat: 25
  • Saturated Fat: 12
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 8
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 14
  • Cholesterol: 300