Description
A sensational dish combining fresh spinach, eggs, lemon, and Parmesan cheese, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound spinach (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for topping)
- 4 large fresh eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- If using fresh spinach, wash the leaves thoroughly and drain well.
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Gradually incorporate your spinach, stirring until wilted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Lower the heat and add in the heavy cream, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Stir in the nutmeg and simmer.
- Fold in the grated Parmesan cheese, adjusting the seasoning as needed.
- Create wells in the spinach mixture and crack the eggs into these wells.
- Place the skillet in the oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the egg whites have set.
- Allow the dish to rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Use fresh spinach for a brighter flavor. Can be made with kale or Swiss chard. Serve with crusty bread or a mixed green salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg