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Baked Eggs Florentine

Deliciously Creamy Baked Eggs Florentine for a Cozy Brunch

Baked Eggs Florentine: a comforting one-pan dish featuring creamy spinach and perfectly baked eggs, ideal for brunch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Spinach Base
  • 5 cups fresh spinach or thawed frozen spinach
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or substitute with olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic fresh, minced
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half for lighter version
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg fresh grated preferred
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Eggs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese or substitute with feta
  • 4 large eggs

Equipment

  • large oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Baked Eggs Florentine
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather all ingredients for easy preparation.
  2. In a large oven-safe skillet, melt unsalted butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Gradually add fresh or thawed spinach, folding it in until wilted (about 3 to 5 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Lower heat and stir in heavy cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and nutmeg. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  5. Add grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Create small wells in the spinach mixture and crack an egg into each well. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Sprinkle extra Parmesan cheese over the top and bake in the oven for about 12-15 minutes.
  8. Once done, let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 14gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 400mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pair with Baked Cranberry Brie for a delightful appetizer. Best served immediately for maximum flavor.

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