Description
simple yet flavorful dish featuring baked eggs with creamy feta cheese, cherry tomatoes, and aromatic herbs. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a quick meal any time of the day.
Ingredients
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- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano (or fresh)
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Base:
- In an oven-safe skillet or small baking dish, drizzle olive oil and add cherry tomatoes, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat.
- Bake the Tomatoes:
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until the tomatoes soften and release juices.
- Add Feta & Eggs:
- Remove from the oven and crumble feta cheese over the tomatoes.
- Make small wells and carefully crack the eggs into them.
- Bake Again:
- Return to the oven and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but yolks are still runny (or longer for firmer yolks).
- Garnish & Serve:
- Sprinkle with fresh basil or parsley and serve with toasted bread or pita.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, drizzle with a little heavy cream before baking.
- Add spinach, olives, or bell peppers for more flavor.
- Serve with warm crusty bread or pita for a complete meal.
- Details
Nutrition
- Calories: ~250 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 370mg
