Description
This baked feta eggs recipe is a flavor-packed brunch delight featuring a vibrant medley of cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, garlic, spinach, and creamy feta cheese, baked to perfection with fresh eggs and aromatic herbs. It’s a warm, comforting dish perfect for a hearty breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 cup Cherry or Grape Tomatoes
- 1 medium Red Bell Pepper
- 1 medium Red Onion
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 cups Chopped Baby Spinach
Dairy and Eggs
- 8 ounces Feta Cheese
- 4 large Eggs
Oils and Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
- 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
- 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
- 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Basil or Chives
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the vegetables and cheese.
- Prepare the Ingredients: Divide the cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, garlic, and feta cheese evenly into individual ramekins, then drizzle olive oil over each portion.
- Season the Mix: In a small bowl, combine dried oregano, sea salt, dried thyme, ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes to create a fragrant herb and spice blend.
- Bake Initial Mixture: Place the ramekins in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften and the feta to warm through.
- Add Spinach: Remove the ramekins and gently stir the mixture, then fold in the chopped baby spinach to incorporate it evenly.
- Create Wells and Add Eggs: Make small wells in the vegetable and cheese mixture, then carefully crack an egg into each well, ensuring the yolks remain intact.
- Final Bake: Return the ramekins to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but yolks remain runny or to your desired doneness.
- Garnish and Serve: Top each ramekin with chopped fresh basil or chives for added freshness and flavor. Serve warm for a comforting brunch dish.
Notes
- Use fresh eggs for the best flavor and appearance.
- You can substitute goat cheese for feta for a milder taste.
- Adjust red pepper flakes according to your spice preference.
- Alternative greens like kale or Swiss chard can be used instead of spinach.
- Ensure eggs are cooked to your preferred doneness by adjusting baking time accordingly.
- Ramekins can be substituted with oven-safe small baking dishes or a single larger baking dish if preferred.
