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Baked Eggs Florentine Recipe

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This Baked Eggs Florentine recipe is a delicious and elegant breakfast or brunch option featuring tender spinach sautéed in a creamy lemon and garlic sauce, topped with fresh eggs and Parmesan cheese, then baked to perfection. The result is a rich, flavorful dish with runny egg yolks and a slightly cheesy topping, ideal for a hearty yet refined meal.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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 lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg (freshly grated)
  • 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 get it ready for baking the eggs florentine.
  2. Wash Spinach: Thoroughly wash the spinach leaves to remove any dirt or grit, then drain well to avoid excess moisture.
  3. Melt Butter: In a 10 to 12-inch oven-safe skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat, preparing the base for sautéing.
  4. Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, enhancing the flavor of the dish.
  5. Cook Spinach: Gradually add the spinach to the skillet, stirring occasionally until all the spinach is wilted and cooked down. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Make Cream Sauce: Reduce the heat and stir in the heavy cream, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Add freshly grated nutmeg and simmer gently until the sauce thickens slightly, melding all the flavors together.
  7. Add Parmesan Cheese: Incorporate the grated Parmesan cheese into the spinach mixture, stirring well. Taste and adjust salt and pepper seasoning as needed.
  8. Add Eggs: Create four small wells in the spinach and cream mixture. Carefully crack one egg into each well, seasoning the eggs with a bit of salt and pepper.
  9. Add Extra Cheese: Sprinkle additional Parmesan cheese on top of the spinach mixture, avoiding the egg yolks to ensure they bake properly.
  10. Bake: Place the oven-safe skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the egg whites are set but the yolks remain slightly runny for a perfect texture.
  11. Rest and Serve: Remove the skillet from the oven and allow the dish to rest for a few minutes before serving to let the flavors settle and to cool slightly for easier eating.

Notes

  • Use fresh spinach for best flavor, but frozen spinach can be used if thawed and excess water squeezed out.
  • Adjust cooking time if you prefer firmer or softer egg yolks.
  • An oven-safe skillet or baking dish is essential for transferring from stovetop to oven seamlessly.
  • This dish pairs well with crusty bread or toasted English muffins.
  • For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a dairy alternative.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/baked-eggs-florentine-recipe/