Creamed Spinach Baked Eggs
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic
minced
- 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups whole milk
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
- Freshly cracked pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- 3/4 lb frozen chopped spinach*
- 4 large eggs
- 2 oz feta
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400ºF. Add the butter and garlic to a skillet and sauté over medium heat for about one minute. Whisk the flour into the melted butter and continue to cook and stir for about two minutes. The butter and flour should form a paste that will foam and bubble as it cooks.
- 2
Whisk the milk into the butter and flour mixture until there are no lumps. Stir in the salt, nutmeg, and some freshly cracked pepper (about 10 cranks of a pepper mill).
- 3
Allow the milk to come to a simmer, whisking often, at which point it will thicken to a gravy-like consistency. Whisk in the grated Parmesan until it has melted. Add the frozen chopped spinach (no need to thaw) and continue to stir and cook until it has heated through (about 5 minutes). Taste the creamed spinach and add more salt if needed.
- 4
Use a large spoon to create four wells in the creamed spinach. Crack one egg into each well. It’s okay if the whites run outside of the wells. Sprinkle the crumbled feta over the entire skillet.
- 5
Bake the spinach and eggs for about 15 minutes in the preheated 400ºF oven, or until the whites are mostly set. Spoon the creamed spinach and an egg into a bowl and serve as is or with toast for dipping.
Creamed Spinach Baked Eggs
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About this Recipe
Craving a comforting, savory start to your day that's surprisingly easy to pull together? These Creamed Spinach Baked Eggs are your answer, transforming simple pantry staples into a satisfying meal.
What makes this recipe truly shine is its effortless elegance. You'll create a rich, creamy spinach base—a classic comfort food in itself—and then bake eggs right into it. The result is a wonderfully warm, hearty dish that tastes far more complex than the minimal effort required suggests. The recipe expertly uses readily available ingredients like frozen chopped spinach, saving you prep time without compromising on flavor.
Expect a dish where tender, flavorful creamed spinach forms a luscious bed for perfectly baked eggs. Each bite delivers a harmonious blend of creamy, earthy spinach notes complemented by the salty tang of feta and the savory depth of Parmesan. The eggs, with their soft whites and often runny yolks, meld beautifully with the rich sauce, creating a delightful texture contrast. It's a truly comforting and versatile dish, perfect for a leisurely weekend morning or a quick, nourishing weeknight meal.
This recipe is incredibly adaptable. While feta adds a distinct salty punch, you could experiment with other cheeses like goat cheese for a sharper tang or shredded mozzarella for a milder, stretchier finish. For a lighter creamed spinach base, feel free to swap a portion of the whole milk with half-and-half or even skim milk, adjusting the consistency as needed. If you prefer to use fresh spinach, simply cook it down before adding it to your cream sauce, ensuring you press out any excess water.
Serve these Creamed Spinach Baked Eggs straight from the oven, perhaps with a side of crusty bread or toast for dipping into those perfectly runny yolks. It’s an ideal dish for a cozy breakfast, a delightful brunch, or even a light and elegant dinner.