Herbed-Baked Eggs Recipe

Name: Herbed-Baked Eggs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ teaspoon minced fresh garlic; ¼ teaspoon minced fresh thyme leave; ¼ teaspoon minced fresh rosemary leaf (or tarragon); 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley; 1 tablespoon freshly grated parmesan cheese (or try Feta cheese!); 6 extra-large eggs, cold from the fridge so they will transfer easily (or use large eggs); 3 tablespoons half-and-half or 2 tablespoons heavy cream or 2 tablespoons whole milk; 1 ½ tablespoons unsalted butter (or use Smart Balance margarine-healthier); kosher salt; fresh ground black pepper; toasted French bread, for serving (or brioche)

Servings: persons

¼ teaspoon minced fresh garlic
¼ teaspoon minced fresh thyme leave
¼ teaspoon minced fresh rosemary leaf (or tarragon)
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon freshly grated parmesan cheese (or try Feta cheese!)
6 extra-large eggs, cold from the fridge so they will transfer easily (or use large eggs)
3 tablespoons half-and-half or 2 tablespoons heavy cream or 2 tablespoons whole milk
1 ½ tablespoons unsalted butter (or use Smart Balance margarine-healthier)
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
toasted French bread, for serving (or brioche)

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["Preheat the broiler for 5 minutes and place the oven rack 6 inches below the heat.", "Combine the garlic, thyme, rosemary, parsley, and Parmesan and set aside.", "Carefully crack 2 eggs into each of 3 small bowls or teacups (you won't be baking them in these) without breaking the yolks.", "(It's very important to have all the eggs ready to go before you start cooking.)", "Place 3 individual gratin dishes on a baking sheet.", "Place 1 tablespoon of cream and 1/2 tablespoon of butter in each dish and place under the broiler(about 6"" from direct heat) for about 3 minutes, until hot and bubbly.", "Quickly, but carefully, pour 2 eggs into each gratin dish and sprinkle evenly with the herb mixture, then sprinkle liberally with salt and pepper.", "Place back under the broiler for 4 to 6 minutes, until the whites of the eggs are almost cooked.", "(Rotate the baking sheet once if they aren't cooking evenly.)", "The eggs will continue to cook after you take them out of the oven.", "Allow to set for 60 seconds and serve hot with toasted bread.", "Enjoy!"]

310

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¼ teaspoon minced fresh garlic, ¼ teaspoon minced fresh thyme leave, ¼ teaspoon minced fresh rosemary leaf (or tarragon), 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley, and more.

Yes, Herbed-Baked Eggs falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Herbed-Baked Eggs

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