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Baked Eggs Florentine

Baked Eggs Florentine: Comforting Brunch in Just 30 Minutes

Baked Eggs Florentine is a must-try, combining creamy spinach and baked eggs for a delightful brunch experience.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Spinach Mixture
  • 6 cups Fresh spinach Or thawed and squeezed frozen spinach
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter For sautéing
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
For the Creamy Sauce
  • ¾ cup Heavy cream Adjust for a lighter version if desired
  • ½ unit Lemon zest And juice
  • 1 pinch Nutmeg
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese Grated, reserve extra for topping
For the Eggs
  • 4 large Eggs Fresh

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat in an oven-safe skillet.
  3. Add 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Gradually add 6 cups of spinach to the skillet and stir until wilted (2–3 minutes).
  5. Lower heat, pour in ¾ cup heavy cream, zest and juice of half a lemon, and a pinch of nutmeg. Simmer for 2 minutes.
  6. Stir in ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
  7. Make four wells in the mixture and crack 4 eggs into each well. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and extra Parmesan.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, until whites are set but yolks are slightly runny.
  9. Let the dish rest for 3-5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 18gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 370mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve fresh for the best taste and texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

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