Chef John's Baked Eggs
Chef John's Baked Eggs is a quick and flavorful dish featuring eggs baked in a spicy marinara sauce with Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and cream. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner, this easy recipe is ready in just 20 minutes. Serve with toast for a comforting and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup marinara sauce
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1½ teaspoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon finely shredded Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- 2 slices toast
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven – Set the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the Baking Dish – Spread marinara sauce at the bottom of a small oven-safe dish, about ¼ inch thick. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, and parsley. Make two small wells in the sauce.
- Add the Eggs – Crack each egg into a ramekin, then gently pour them into the prepared wells.
- Top and Season – Sprinkle Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese over the eggs, drizzle with olive oil and cream, and season with additional salt and pepper.
- Bake – Place the dish in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until egg yolks are set to your preference.
- Serve – Enjoy immediately with toast for dipping.
Notes
- Cheese Options: Swap Parmigiano-Reggiano for feta, cheddar, or mozzarella.
- Herb Variations: Add basil, chives, or cilantro for extra freshness.
- Vegetarian Boost: Mix in sautéed spinach, bell peppers, or mushrooms.
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