Cheesy Baked Spinach and Eggs
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Cheesy Baked Spinach and Eggs, a savory breakfast or brunch delight that combines fresh, garlicky spinach with rich, creamy cheese and perfectly baked eggs. This easy-to-make dish features layers of wilted spinach smothered with heavy cream, melted mozzarella, and Parmesan, topped with eggs gently cooked to perfection and optionally spiced with red chili flakes. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-pan recipe offers a nutrient-packed, low-carb meal that’s perfect for two. Serve it warm with crusty bread or a light salad for a wholesome, satisfying start to your day.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Fresh spinach
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 120 milliliters Heavy cream
- 100 grams Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 30 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 4 eggs Large eggs
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a small baking dish or oven-safe skillet.
Rinse the spinach thoroughly and pat it dry.
In a large non-stick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Spread the wilted spinach evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish or skillet.
Pour the heavy cream over the spinach, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheeses over the top.
Use a spoon to make four wells in the cheesy spinach mixture. Crack one egg into each well, being careful not to break the yolks.
Sprinkle the eggs with the remaining salt, black pepper, and optional red chili flakes for a touch of heat.
Bake the dish in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but the yolks are still slightly runny. For firmer yolks, bake for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for 2 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve warm with crusty bread or a side salad, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1313 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.5 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.7 g | 254% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 973 mg | 324% | |
| Sodium | 2868 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.8 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | ||
| Protein | 65.0 g | 130% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 1453 mg | 112% | |
| Iron | 14.7 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 394 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
