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Pesto Baked Eggs

This vibrant dish of pesto baked eggs offers a delightful fusion of Italian flavors, ideal for a quick and satisfying supper or brunch. The combination of fresh spinach, roasted tomatoes, and rich pesto creates a perfect base for the eggs, topped with a sprinkle of Italian cheese.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients
  • 250 g baby plum tomatoes
  • 1 tsp olive oil for roasting
  • 2 tsp olive oil for toasting bread
  • 1 garlic clove halved
  • 1 bag 260g young spinach
  • 3 tbsp pesto vegetarian option available
  • 4 medium eggs
  • 25 g finely grated Italian hard cheese
  • 2 ciabatta rolls

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 200°C (fan 180°C), gas 6, or set the air fryer to 200°C. Place the baby plum tomatoes in a baking dish, drizzle with 1 tsp of olive oil, and season as desired. Shake the dish to ensure the tomatoes are coated, then roast for 12-15 minutes in the oven, or approximately 8 minutes in the air fryer, until they begin to soften.
  • While the tomatoes roast, wilt the spinach in a large pan, covering it to retain heat, or use the microwave. Once wilted, press out any excess moisture and season lightly to taste.
  • Stir in 2 tbsp of pesto with the roasted tomatoes, then gently fold in the wilted spinach. Create 4 small wells in the mixture and crack an egg into each one. Season with salt and pepper, then sprinkle the grated Italian cheese evenly over the top.
  • If using an air fryer, reduce the temperature to 160°C to avoid overcooking the eggs before the whites are fully set. For a regular oven, maintain the temperature at 200°C. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the egg whites are firm but the yolks remain runny.
  • While the eggs bake, slice the ciabatta rolls into thick pieces and toast them. Rub the toasted sides with the halved garlic clove and brush with the remaining 2 tsp of olive oil. Thin the remaining pesto with a small splash of water, then drizzle over the eggs just before serving, accompanied by the garlic toasts.
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