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Skillet-Baked Eggs with Spinach

Delectable baked eggs on melted leeks and sauteed fresh spinach. Perfect for a healthy brunch, and allows the indulgence of a croissant on the side!

Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp chopped leek (white and pale-green parts only)
  • 2 tbsp chopped scallion (white and pale-green parts only)
  • 6 cups fresh spinach (6 oz)
  • kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 large eggs
  • pinch of smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp chopped fresh oregano

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°. Melt the butter and oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Add leek and scallion; reduce heat to low and cook until soft (about 10 minutes). Add spinach and lemon juice; season with salt. Increase heat to medium-high; cook, turning frequently, until wilted, 4–5 minutes.
  2. Transfer spinach mixture to two small cast-iron skillets or one 8″ skillet, leaving any excess liquid behind. Make a deep indentation in each small skillet, or two in the larger skillet. Carefully break 1 egg into each hollow, taking care to keep yolks intact. Bake until egg whites are set, 10–15 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle with a touch of smoked paprika and chopped oregano. Serve immediately.
  • Author: Helen Kain

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2