Ingredients
– 50g (ΒΌ cup) Butter
– 2 Banana shallots finely chopped
– 2 cloves Garlic minced
– 300g (1 β cups) Baby spinach
– 250ml (1 cup) Heavy cream double cream preferred
– Β½ teaspoon Grated nutmeg
– 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
– 4 Large free-range eggs
– 30g (ΒΌ cup) Parmesan cheese freshly grated recommended
– ΒΌ teaspoon Ground black pepper plus freshly cracked for serving
– ΒΌ teaspoon Sea salt
– 2 tablespoons Flat-leaf parsley chopped plus extra for garnish
Instructions
1-Preheat your oven to 392Β°F (200Β°C).
2-Melt butter gently in an ovenproof skillet over low heat.
3-Add the finely chopped banana shallots to the melted butter and cook over low-medium heat for approximately 10 minutes until they become golden brown and caramelized.
4-Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
5-Add baby spinach in thirds, stirring to wilt each batch before adding the next portion.
6-Season the wilted spinach mixture with sea salt and ground black pepper.
7-Meanwhile, heat heavy cream in a separate saucepan with grated nutmeg and Dijon mustard, stirring until the mixture thickens slightly.
8-Make four hollows in the spinach mixture in the skillet, then carefully crack an egg into each hollow.
9-Pour the thickened cream sauce around the eggs, being careful not to pour directly on top of the yolks.
10-Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the entire dish.
11-Cover the skillet with a lid and bake for 10 minutes.
12-Remove the lid and bake for an additional 5 minutes until the eggs are set to your preferred doneness.
13-Remove from oven and garnish with chopped flat-leaf parsley and freshly cracked black pepper.
14-Serve immediately with crusty bread for a complete meal.
Last Step:
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π§ Use full-fat butter and heavy cream for the best flavor and creamy texture.
π± Baby spinach offers a milder taste that’s great for this dish.
π Serve with toasted crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Brunch, Main Dish
- Method: Baking, SautΓ©ing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 435
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 357mg
- Fat: 42.4g
- Saturated Fat: 26.5g
- Carbohydrates: 7.3g
- Fiber: 0.4g
- Protein: 8.8g
- Cholesterol: 143mg
