Shirred Eggs Easy and Elegant
Elevate your breakfast or brunch with these *Shirred Eggs Easy and Elegant*, a timeless dish that embodies simplicity and sophistication. Baked gently in a velvety blanket of heavy cream and crowned with golden, melty Gruyère cheese, these eggs are a delightful fusion of creamy textures and rich flavors. Prepared in charming individual ramekins and cooked in a water bath for perfectly tender results, this recipe is as effortless as it is impressive. With just a handful of ingredients—fresh eggs, butter, and a sprinkle of parsley for a burst of freshness—this dish is ready in under 20 minutes. Serve these elegant baked eggs with crusty toast for dipping or pair with a crisp side salad for a light yet luxurious meal that’s perfect for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Large eggs
- 4 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons Gruyère cheese (shredded)
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Grease two ramekins with the unsalted butter, ensuring the bottoms and sides are well-coated.
Crack two eggs into each ramekin, taking care not to break the yolks.
Pour 2 tablespoons of heavy cream over the eggs in each ramekin.
Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of shredded Gruyère cheese over the top of each ramekin.
Season each ramekin with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
Place the ramekins in a baking dish and fill the dish with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins to create a water bath.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the egg whites are just set but the yolks remain slightly runny. Adjust the baking time for firmer yolks if desired.
Remove the ramekins from the water bath and let cool for 1-2 minutes.
Garnish the eggs with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately with toasted bread or a side salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
709 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.8 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.7 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 869 mg | 290% | |
| Sodium | 1698 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.7 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 33.2 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 430 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 346 mg | 7% | |
*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.
