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Baked Eggs with Leeks and Blue Cheese

Delicious baked eggs with tender leeks and tangy blue cheese, perfect for a simple brunch or breakfast.

Baked Eggs with Leeks and Blue Cheese

Discover a simple and delicious baked eggs recipe with leeks and blue cheese perfect for a cozy brunch or breakfast.

Recipe Details

Prep time
10m
Cook time
15m
Rest time
2m
Total time
27m

Ingredients

Servings:
1
  • 100 g leek white and light green parts sliced
  • 30 g blue cheese crumbled
  • 2 piece large egg
  • 10 g unsalted butter
  • 30 ml whole milk
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper ground

Origins

International

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit).
  2. Clean and slice the white and light green parts of the leek into thin rings.
  3. Melt unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add sliced leeks to the skillet and cook gently for 5 minutes until soft but not browned.
  5. Season the leeks with a pinch of salt and ground black pepper, stir well.
  6. Add whole milk to the skillet and stir to combine, then remove from heat.
  7. Lightly butter a small ovenproof dish or ramekin.
  8. Transfer the cooked leeks and milk mixture into the prepared dish, spreading evenly.
  9. Crack two large eggs on top of the leek mixture, spacing them evenly.
  10. Sprinkle crumbled blue cheese evenly over the eggs and leeks.
  11. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes until egg whites are set but yolks remain soft.
  12. Remove from oven and let rest for 2 minutes before serving.

Tips

  • Use fresh leeks and wash them thoroughly to remove grit.
  • Do not overcook eggs to keep yolks creamy.
  • Serve immediately for best texture.

Serving Suggestions

  • toasted rustic bread
  • mixed green salad
  • fresh tomato slices

Enjoy this creamy and savory baked eggs dish with leeks and blue cheese for a comforting brunch or breakfast treat.

Nutrition Facts

Estimated values per 100g.

  • Fiber (g): 1
  • Sodium (g): 0.3
  • Sugar (g): 1
  • Fat (g): 11
  • Carbohydrates (g): 3
  • Protein (g): 9
  • Calories: 150
  • Cholesterol (g): 0.2
  • Saturated Fat (g): 6

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