These Florentine Eggs are not your average breakfast dish; they're a culinary masterpiece. I stumbled upon this recipe during a trip to Florence, and let me tell you, I've been hooked ever since. The combination of creamy eggs, savory spinach, and sharp Pecorino Romano cheese is simply divine. Each bite is a little taste of heaven.
This recipe is surprisingly easy to make, even for beginners. It's perfect for a special brunch, a romantic dinner, or even a simple weeknight meal. I've made these eggs countless times for friends and family, and every time, they're a hit. Seriously, the compliments never stop.
Required Equipments
- Large oven-safe skillet or frying pan
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
Exceptional Florentine Eggs: Frequently Asked Questions
Exceptional Florentine Eggs
Elevate your breakfast game with these exquisite Florentine Eggs. Creamy eggs, wilted spinach, and sharp cheese combine to create a flavour explosion in every bite.
⏳ Yield & Time
Yield: 2 servings
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time:
🍽 Ingredients
📖 Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Make sure your skillet is nice and hot before you start!
- Wash and roughly chop 5 ounces of fresh spinach. I always buy extra just in case – there's nothing worse than running out of spinach halfway through a recipe!
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs. Season with a pinch of salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Add a dollop of cream or milk for extra richness if you like (I do!).
- Heat a tablespoon of butter (or olive oil if you prefer) in your oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Once melted, add the spinach and cook until it's wilted and reduced in volume. It should be nice and tender, not soggy. This usually takes about 5-7 minutes.
- Once the spinach has wilted, add 1/4 cup of grated Pecorino Romano cheese and stir to combine. I like to use a good quality cheese here, it makes all the difference. Seriously!
- Using a spatula, create two wells in the spinach mixture. Gently crack the eggs into these wells, being careful not to break the yolks. Don't worry if the yolks crack a little, it's not the end of the world.
- Sprinkle the remaining grated cheese over the eggs and spinach. Go wild – you can never have too much cheese, right?
- Carefully place the skillet into the preheated oven. Bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the egg whites are completely set and the yolks are cooked to your liking. If you prefer your yolks really runny, reduce the baking time by a few minutes.
- Once cooked, remove the skillet from the oven and let the Florentine Eggs rest for a couple of minutes before serving. Enjoy the creamy texture and flavour explosion!
📝 Notes
- For extra richness, add a splash of cream or milk to the eggs before cooking.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of cheese to your liking!
- If you're short on time, you can use frozen spinach. Be sure to squeeze out any excess water before cooking it. Trust me on this, it makes a HUGE difference!
🍎 Nutrition
Calories: 250 kcal
Protein: 15g
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Fiber: 2g
Calcium: 150mg
