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Baked Eggs Napoleon

Baked Eggs Napoleon: A Flaky Brunch Delight You’ll Love

Baked Eggs Napoleon is a delightful brunch dish featuring baked eggs nestled in flaky pastry, creamy spinach, and savory cheese.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry Ensure it's well-thawed for optimal results.
For the Filling
  • 4 large Eggs Fresh eggs enhance flavor and texture.
  • 2 cups Spinach Fresh spinach yields the best results.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Can substitute with ricotta for a lighter option.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Milk can work in a pinch but isn’t as rich.
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Try Gruyère for a different flavor dimension.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Fresh nutmeg is highly recommended.
  • 1 whole Shallot Finely diced for sautéing.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for flavoring.
  • to taste Salt Essential seasoning.
  • to taste Black Pepper Essential seasoning.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Chives Chopped for garnish.
  • to taste Everything Bagel Seasoning Optional for flavor enhancement.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Ramekins
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Thaw the puff pastry and preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease four 4-inch ramekins.
  2. Roll out the pastry and cut circles slightly larger than the ramekins, pressing into the greased ramekins.
  3. Blind bake the pastry with parchment paper and weights for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden.
  4. Sauté shallot and garlic, then add spinach until wilted. Mix in cream cheese, heavy cream, Parmesan, and nutmeg.
  5. Fill each pastry shell with the spinach mixture and crack an egg on top, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  6. Apply egg wash to edges and sprinkle seasoning if desired.
  7. Bake for 12-18 minutes, adjusting for desired egg yolk consistency.
  8. Garnish with chives and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 210mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze unbaked assembled portions for up to 2 months.

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