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Creamy Garlic Spinach and Egg Skillet

weeknightvegetarianquick
5 minPrep15 minCook3Serves

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoonbutter
  • 4 clovegarlic
  • 5 cupfresh spinach
  • 6eggs
  • ¼ cupheavy cream
  • ¼ cupparmesan cheese
  • ·salt
  • ·black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoonred pepper flakes (optional)

Prep

  1. 01

    Mince 4 cloves garlic.

  2. 02

    Measure out 5 cups fresh spinach.

Method

  1. 01

    Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

  2. 02

    Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  3. 03

    Add the spinach in batches, stirring until wilted, about 2 minutes total.

  4. 04

    Pour in 1/4 cup heavy cream and stir to combine. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  5. 05

    Create 6 small wells in the spinach mixture using the back of a spoon.

  6. 06

    Crack an egg into each well.

  7. 07

    Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, until the egg whites are set but the yolks are still slightly runny.

  8. 08

    Sprinkle 1/4 cup parmesan cheese over the top and a pinch of red pepper flakes if using.

  9. 09

    Serve directly from the skillet, dividing eggs and spinach among bowls.

Spice Tips

The red pepper flakes add a gentle warmth. For deeper savory depth, add 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard to the cream before cooking. Fresh thyme or a squeeze of lemon juice brightens the finish if you like herbaceous notes.

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