
A comforting and flavorful vegetarian breakfast featuring baked eggs nestled in a bed of creamy spinach and ricotta, topped with crispy toasted breadcrumbs.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8x8 inch baking dish.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
In a bowl, combine the cooked spinach mixture, ricotta cheese, and parmesan cheese. Mix well.
Spread the spinach-ricotta mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Use a spoon to create four small wells in the mixture.
Carefully crack an egg into each well.
In a small skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add breadcrumbs and toast until golden brown and crispy, about 3-5 minutes. Stir frequently to prevent burning.
Sprinkle the toasted breadcrumbs over the eggs and spinach mixture.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but the yolks are still runny (or cooked to your liking).
Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve immediately with toast or crusty bread for dipping.
Nutrition per serving (235g)
For a richer flavor, use whole milk ricotta cheese.
You can add other vegetables to the spinach mixture, such as mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes.
If you don't have breadcrumbs, you can use crushed crackers or croutons.
Adjust the baking time depending on how well you like your eggs cooked.
Oven
Skillet
Baking dish (8x8 inch)
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