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Baked Eggs Napoleon Recipe

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Baked Eggs Napoleon is a delightful breakfast or brunch recipe featuring flaky puff pastry shells filled with a creamy spinach mixture and topped with perfectly baked eggs. This elegant dish combines the crispiness of golden puff pastry with the rich flavors of sautéed spinach, garlic, cream cheese, Parmesan, and subtly spiced with nutmeg. Topped with a runny baked egg and fresh chives, it makes for an impressive yet easy-to-make meal that’s perfect for weekend mornings or special occasions.

Ingredients

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Puff Pastry and Egg Wash

  • 1 package (14.1 oz) frozen puff pastry sheets, thawed
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Everything bagel seasoning (optional)

Spinach Filling

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 shallot, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 10 ounces fresh spinach, washed and roughly chopped
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Baked Eggs

  • 4 large eggs
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh chives, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Thaw Puff Pastry: Thaw the frozen puff pastry sheets at room temperature for 30-40 minutes until they are pliable but remain cold.
  2. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  3. Cut Puff Pastry: On a lightly floured surface, unfold the thawed puff pastry and cut each sheet into four equal squares, making 8 squares total.
  4. Score Pastry Squares: Lightly score a smaller square inside each square about 1/2 inch from the edge, being careful not to cut through the pastry entirely.
  5. Apply Egg Wash and Season: Brush the top of each pastry square with the beaten egg wash. Optionally, sprinkle the edges with everything bagel seasoning for added flavor and texture.
  6. Bake Pastry Shells: Place the squares on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until they are golden brown and puffed up.
  7. Create Wells: Allow the pastries to cool slightly, then gently press down the center of each square to form a well to hold the filling and egg.
  8. Sauté Shallot and Garlic: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped shallot and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  9. Cook Spinach: Add the chopped spinach to the skillet in batches if necessary, stirring occasionally until wilted, approximately 5-7 minutes.
  10. Drain Spinach: Transfer the cooked spinach to a colander and press out excess moisture to prevent sogginess.
  11. Prepare Spinach Filling: Return the spinach to the skillet or a bowl. Add softened cream cheese, heavy cream, grated Parmesan, and nutmeg. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  12. Combine Filling: Stir the mixture until it is well combined and smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  13. Fill Pastry Shells: Spoon the creamy spinach mixture evenly into the wells of the baked puff pastry shells.
  14. Make Egg Indentations: Create a small indentation in the center of each spinach-filled well to hold the egg.
  15. Add Eggs: Carefully crack one large egg into each indentation. Season with salt and pepper.
  16. Bake Eggs: Return the filled pastries to the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes or until the egg whites are set but the yolks remain runny.
  17. Garnish and Serve: Let the baked eggs cool slightly. Garnish with freshly chopped chives and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Thaw the puff pastry just until pliable but still cold to prevent it from sticking or becoming too soft during handling.
  • Draining the spinach thoroughly is crucial to avoid soggy pastry shells.
  • Adjust the baking time of the eggs depending on your preferred yolk consistency.
  • Everything bagel seasoning is optional but adds a nice crunch and savory flavor.
  • You can prepare the spinach filling ahead of time and assemble just before baking.

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