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Cheese Mushroom Egg Nests – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Cheese Mushroom Egg Nests

Elevate your breakfast with savory baked egg nests. Fluffy eggs, earthy mushrooms, nutty Swiss cheese, and fresh herbs are tucked into a clever, crispy nest of whole-grain toast. A brilliant make-ahead solution for busy mornings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 slice
Calories: 164

Ingredients
  

  • 6 slices whole-grain bread, crusts removed
  • ¾ cup chopped cremini mushrooms, about 4 medium
  • 2 Tbs. thinly sliced green onion, white and green parts
  • 1 Tbs. finely chopped fresh tarragon, plus extra for garnish
  • 6 large eggs
  • ⅓ cup shredded Swiss cheese
  • ½ tsp . smoked or regular paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Use slightly stale or day-old bread. It's less likely to tear when you press it into the ramekins.
  • Feel free to swap the veggies! Finely chopped spinach, bell peppers, or sun-dried tomatoes are delicious additions. Just be sure to pre-cook any watery vegetables.
  • Experiment with different cheeses. Gruyère, sharp cheddar, or feta would all work beautifully in this recipe.
  • To meal prep, bake the nests until the yolks are firm. Cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave for 30-60 seconds.

Method
 

  1. Adjust an oven rack to the lowest position and preheat the oven to 325°F / 165°C. Lightly coat 6 (6-ounce) ramekins with cooking spray and arrange them on a baking sheet.
  2. Using a rolling pin, flatten each slice of bread to about ⅛-inch thickness. Gently press one bread slice into each ramekin, lining the bottom and sides. The bread may overlap and extend over the top.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the chopped mushrooms, sliced green onion, and tarragon.
  4. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  5. Divide this mixture evenly among the bread-lined ramekins. Carefully crack one egg into each nest.
  6. Top each with a sprinkle of Swiss cheese, paprika, and another light seasoning of salt and pepper.
  7. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, rotating the baking sheet halfway through. The nests are ready when the egg whites are fully set and the yolks are thickened but still creamy. For firmer yolks, bake for a few minutes longer.
  8. Let the nests cool in the ramekins for 2 minutes before carefully running a knife around the edge to unmold.
  9. Transfer to plates and garnish with fresh tarragon leaves, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 164kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 11gFat: 8g

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