This weekend was a busy one – I had a lot on my To-Do list, and it all got done (woo hoo!) – including making this lovely recipe for the Hubby on Saturday morning!
I’d seen this recipe on Pinterest by Damn Delicious and I knew my Hubby would LOVE it (having Italian in his blood and all!) – he’s a big fan of eggs, and loves anything with Italian flavours. Every now and then I am an extra good wife and make the Hubster a nice healthy breakfast to get him going for the day, after all he’s a hard workin’ man!
I decided to add on to the original recipe by throwing some onion and spinach in to the mix!
Then, I lightened up the original recipe by using light mozzarella and light parmesan, and scrapped the milk altogether!
This is a super comforting, warm, and filling breakfast, and surprisingly doesn’t break the calorie bank!
The recipe was a dream to put together too – easy as pie!
I just sautéed up the onions and spinach in a pan on the stovetop, added in marinara sauce, and heated it all through – then poured it all into a ceramic soup mug.
Cracked in egg one. Then egg two.
Then sprinkled with light mozzarella, light parmesan, and a dash of Italian seasoning.
Then into the oven it went!
10 short minutes later, a bubbly, cheesy, eggy perfection!
The yolks were perfect, still nice and runny, and great for dipping some toasted sprouted grain bread in!
Dip. dip. dip.
Yum.
The best thing about this recipe?!
It kind of smelled like pizza. Lol!
Yep, pizza….but in a delicious, mouthwatering, gimme-some-a-that way!
The hubby was impressed, and gobbled up the whole dish… after I taste tested of course!
Success!
This is a perfect, lightened up way to bake eggs on the weekend and impress your house guests, or those people who are just there to stay!
- ½ teaspoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons diced onion
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- ¼ cup prepared marinara sauce
- 2 large organic eggs
- ¼ cup part-skim mozzarella, shredded
- 2 tablespoons light parmesan cheese
- ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- dash of salt
- dash of pepper
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Add oil to a saucepan and heat at medium, add in onions and sautee until soft, about 3 minutes.
- Add in spinach and sautee until just wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in marinara sauce and sautee until heated through.
- Transfer mixture to a ceramic soup bowl or individual sized ramekin.
- Crack in both eggs.
- Top with cheese and sprinkle with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Bake for 10 minutes, and broil for an additional 2 minutes until cheese is bubbling.
- Enjoy!
*Recipe adapted from Damn Delicious
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Nutritionist in the Kitch
This looks to die for! What a great dish!
Thanks Cassie! 🙂
Wow, these look amazing! I tolerate so many things so well, but if you can believe it, the combo of eggs and cheese (I know – SO SAD!) is one that I’ve not been able to handle for many years now. That said, these would probably be absolutely delicious even without it and are awesome inspiration for the next time I host brunch…or breakfast for dinner. Gorgeous photos too!
And just to add – this dish reminds me so much of shakshuka – something I bet you would love if you don’t already!
Mmm! What is it?!
It’s eggs poached in this sauce of tomatoes, chilis and spices, sometimes with added cheese. Usually eaten with really good bread! I recommend you google it.. it’s so amazing!
Googling..now!Lol!
Yes, even without the cheese this would still be delish!
Yum! What a great way to start the day. I’m definitely going to give this recipe a try the next time I have a relaxed weekend morning to enjoy!
Thanks Amanda!
PS. What goes in the marinara sauce if I may ask? *Bambieyes*
I just use the PC organics marinara sauce 🙂 A prepared one! So, really, whichever you like!!
Mmmmmm, now I want breakfast, and it’s half past six in the evening and I have had a massive and healthy dinner, hah 😛 You’re really good at that 😉
No wonder your husband was happy, look at that dish! 😀 Molto bene 😉 x
Lol! You could have this for an after dinner snack!? Lol!