ISLAMABAD: Baked eggs with spinach and feta cheese are a delicious and nutritious dish that’s easy to prepare and a perfect dish for a weekend brunch or a quick and healthy dinner.
Here’s a simple recipe for you to try:
Ingredients
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped, 4 large eggs, 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 clove garlic, minced, salt and pepper to taste, chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley or dill) for garnish
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare the Spinach
In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute. Add the chopped spinach and cook until wilted—season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Assemble the Dish
- Grease a baking dish.
- Spread the sautéed spinach evenly in the bottom of the dish.
- Create small wells in the spinach and crack one egg into each well.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the eggs.
- Season with a pinch of salt and pepper over each egg.
Bake in the Oven
Place the dish in the oven and bake until the egg whites are set but the yolks are still runny or to your desired level of doneness.
Garnish and Serve
Once baked, remove the dish from the oven. If desired, sprinkle chopped fresh herbs for added flavor and freshness.
Serve the baked eggs with crusty bread, toast, or a side salad for a complete and satisfying meal. Enjoy the creamy texture of the baked eggs combined with the savory spinach and the tangy feta cheese.
Feel free to customize the recipe by adding cherry tomatoes, red pepper flakes, or caramelized onions to suit your taste preferences.
