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Baked Eggs Florentine Recipe

Baked Eggs Florentine Recipe
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Baked Eggs Florentine is a delicious and elegant breakfast or brunch dish featuring tender spinach cooked in a creamy, lemony sauce, topped with Parmesan cheese and baked eggs with perfectly set whites and slightly runny yolks. This rich yet fresh meal combines garlic, nutmeg, and citrus notes for a delightful savory treat.

Ingredients

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Spinach Mixture

  • 1 pound spinach (fresh or frozen, thawed and squeezed of moisture)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • ⅛ teaspoon fresh grated nutmeg
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for topping)

Eggs

  • 4 large fresh eggs

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the eggs florentine.
  2. Wash spinach: Thoroughly wash the spinach leaves to remove any dirt or grit, then drain well to eliminate excess water.
  3. Melt butter: In a 10 to 12-inch oven-safe skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until fully melted.
  4. Sauté garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  5. Cook spinach: Gradually add the spinach to the skillet, stirring occasionally until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Make sauce: Reduce the heat and stir in the heavy cream, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Add the freshly grated nutmeg and simmer gently until the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Add cheese: Mix the grated Parmesan cheese into the spinach mixture thoroughly. Taste and adjust seasoning by adding more salt and pepper if needed.
  8. Add eggs: Spoon the spinach mixture evenly in the skillet and create four wells. Crack one egg into each well and season the eggs with salt and pepper.
  9. Add extra cheese: Sprinkle additional Parmesan cheese over the spinach mixture, carefully avoiding the egg yolks to keep them exposed.
  10. Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but yolks remain slightly runny.
  11. Rest and serve: Remove from the oven and let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and eggs to settle.

Notes

  • You can use fresh or frozen spinach; if frozen, ensure it is completely thawed and well-drained.
  • For a richer flavor, substitute some heavy cream with crème fraîche or sour cream.
  • If you prefer fully cooked yolks, bake a few minutes longer until yolks firm up.
  • Serve with toasted bread or English muffins to soak up the creamy spinach sauce.
  • Nutmeg enhances the flavor subtly; avoid omitting it for best results.

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