Description
Baked Eggs Florentine is a silky, comforting dish featuring fresh sautéed spinach layered with rich cream, Parmesan cheese, and baked eggs. This easy-to-make recipe combines vibrant greens with creamy textures and a cheesy topping, creating a delicious breakfast or brunch option that serves four.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 4 cups fresh spinach
Dairy
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Protein
- 4 large eggs
Other
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- Fresh herbs (such as parsley or chives, for garnish)
- Olive oil (for sautéing)
- Nonstick cooking spray (for greasing baking dish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the eggs
- Sauté Spinach: Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add fresh spinach and cook for about 2 minutes until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Spread the sautéed spinach evenly across the bottom.
- Add Cream and Cheese: Whisk together the heavy cream and half of the grated Parmesan cheese, then pour this mixture evenly over the spinach in the dish.
- Add Eggs: Carefully crack the eggs over the spinach and cream mixture, spacing them evenly.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese over the eggs to create a golden crust.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the eggs are set to your preferred doneness.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven, garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or chives, and serve hot for a delicious breakfast or brunch.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh spinach with frozen chopped spinach; just be sure to thaw and drain excess water before sautéing.
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half in place of heavy cream.
- Adjust baking time for softer or firmer egg yolks according to your preference.
- Serve with toasted bread or English muffins for a more filling meal.
- Fresh herbs add a bright finishing touch, but can be omitted or substituted with your favorite herbs.
