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Baked Eggs Florentine

Baked Eggs Florentine: A Cozy, Creamy Brunch Favorite

Baked Eggs Florentine is a delightful vegetarian comfort food that combines spinach, nutty Parmesan, and creamy textures, perfect for brunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Spinach Base
  • 4 cups Fresh Spinach Or frozen (thawed and drained)
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can substitute with olive oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, preferably fresh
For the Creamy Mixture
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can be replaced with half-and-half or non-dairy cream
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Freshly squeezed lemon juice recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Freshly grated preferred
  • to taste Salt Adjust to personal preference
  • to taste Pepper Adjust to personal preference
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated, can substitute with feta or cheddar
  • 4 Eggs Fresh eggs yield best results

Equipment

  • Oven
  • oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Rinse the spinach thoroughly under cold water, then drain well.
  3. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  4. Add spinach gradually, stirring until wilted. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Stir in heavy cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, and nutmeg. Allow to simmer until slightly thickened.
  6. Add grated Parmesan cheese to the spinach mixture, stirring until melted.
  7. Create wells in the spinach mixture and crack an egg into each well, sprinkle with Parmesan.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until egg whites are set.
  9. Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 300mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 8000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Fresh spinach offers better flavor and texture. Allow the dish to rest for easier serving.

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