Description
A delightful dish featuring flaky puff pastry filled with sautéed spinach and creamy, seasoned eggs, perfect for brunch or a special occasion.
Ingredients
- Puff pastry sheets
- Fresh spinach
- Eggs
- Cream (heavy or sour)
- Salt
- Pepper
- Nutmeg
- Olive oil or butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a floured surface, then cut them into circles or squares to fit your baking dish.
- Place the pastry pieces on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and flaky.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the fresh spinach until wilted.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, cream, salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg.
- Fold the sautéed spinach into the egg mixture.
- Carefully pour the spinach and egg blend into the baked pastry shells.
- Return to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the eggs are firm and set.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
Serve warm or at room temperature. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or chives. Best paired with a light salad or crispy bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: egg recipe, puff pastry, brunch, vegetarian recipe, spinach