Irish Baked Eggs
Transform your breakfast or brunch routine with the comforting flavors of Irish Baked Eggs, a dish that combines creamy mashed potatoes, rich Irish cheddar, and perfectly baked eggs for an irresistible, hearty meal. This one-dish recipe starts with buttery, velvety mashed potatoes spread as a base, topped with melted cheese and delicately cradling fresh eggs in gently made wells. A drizzle of heavy cream adds an indulgent touch, while chopped parsley provides a burst of freshness. Baked to golden perfection, this savory dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in under an hour and ideal for feeding four, Irish Baked Eggs are the perfect blend of rustic charm and elegant presentation, making them a must-try for breakfast lovers and cheese enthusiasts alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams potatoes
- 30 grams butter
- 60 milliliters milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 100 grams Irish cheddar cheese, grated
- 4 eggs
- 4 tablespoons heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and butter a medium-sized baking dish or 4 individual ramekins.
Peel and dice the potatoes, then boil them in salted water for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain and return them to the pot.
Mash the potatoes with the butter, milk, and 0.5 teaspoons of salt until smooth and creamy.
Spread the mashed potatoes evenly in the prepared baking dish or divide it equally among the ramekins, creating an even layer.
Sprinkle the grated Irish cheddar cheese over the mashed potatoes, reserving a small amount for garnish.
Using a spoon, create 4 shallow wells in the mashed potatoes for the eggs.
Carefully crack an egg into each well, ensuring the yolks remain intact.
Drizzle 1 tablespoon of heavy cream over each egg and season with the remaining salt and black pepper.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but the yolks are still slightly runny.
Remove from the oven and garnish with the reserved cheese and chopped parsley. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1560 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.8 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.3 g | 272% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 987 mg | 329% | |
| Sodium | 3538 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 102.6 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.5 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.7 g | ||
| Protein | 64.1 g | 128% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 1000 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 2943 mg | 63% | |
*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.
