Description
Herbed baked eggs invite breakfast lovers into a French countryside morning with elegant simplicity. Fragrant herbs, creamy eggs, and buttery toast create a luxurious start to any day you’ll savor from first bite to last crumb.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 extra-large eggs
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon (15 grams) unsalted butter
Herbs and Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon (3 large leaves) minced fresh basil
- ¼ teaspoon minced fresh rosemary leaves
- ¼ teaspoon minced fresh thyme leaves
- ¼ teaspoon minced fresh garlic
- 2 tablespoons (14 grams) freshly grated Parmesan
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Serving Suggestion:
- Toasted French bread or brioche
Instructions
- Position the oven rack approximately 6 inches beneath the broiler and preheat for a crisp, even heat distribution.
- Craft a fragrant herb blend by mixing finely minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, basil, and grated Parmesan in a small mixing bowl.
- Gently crack two eggs into separate bowls, taking care to keep the delicate yolks intact.
- Arrange two individual ramekins on a sturdy baking sheet, preparing them with a luxurious base of cream and butter.
- Slide the prepared ramekins under the broiler, allowing the dairy to become hot and effervescent, approximately 3 minutes.
- Delicately pour the eggs into each ramekin, ensuring they nestle evenly in the heated cream and butter.
- Sprinkle the prepared herb mixture generously across the surface of the eggs, creating an aromatic layer.
- Season with salt and pepper, enhancing the natural flavors of the dish.
- Return the ramekins to the broiler, rotating once to guarantee uniform cooking, and cook until egg whites are just set but still tender, about 5-6 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and allow the eggs to rest momentarily, letting the residual heat complete the cooking process.
- Serve immediately alongside crisp, golden toasted bread for a perfect accompaniment.
Notes
- Preparation takes less than 15 minutes, making this recipe perfect for weekend brunches or impressing overnight guests with minimal culinary effort.
- Choose fresh herbs from your garden or local market to enhance the rich, creamy flavor profile and add vibrant color to your plate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 400mg