Healthy Spinach and Eggs with Runny Yolks
Creamy, garlicky spinach topped with gently cooked eggs in one cozy skillet. A 15-minute breakfast or brunch favorite with rich flavor and simple ingredients.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2–3 servings 1x
Ingredients
4 cups fresh spinach
1 tbsp butter or olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup heavy cream or milk
1/4 cup grated parmesan or crumbled feta
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Pinch of nutmeg
2–4 large eggs
Optional: red pepper flakes, fresh herbs
Instructions
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Heat butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds.
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Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 2–3 minutes.
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Lower heat. Stir in cream, cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Simmer 1–2 minutes.
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Make small wells and crack eggs into skillet.
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Cover and cook on low until eggs are set to your liking, 4–6 minutes.
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Serve warm with toast. Garnish with herbs or chili flakes if desired.
Notes
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Heat butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds.
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Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 2–3 minutes.
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Lower heat. Stir in cream, cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Simmer 1–2 minutes.
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Make small wells and crack eggs into skillet.
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Cover and cook on low until eggs are set to your liking, 4–6 minutes.
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Serve warm with toast. Garnish with herbs or chili flakes if desired.