Name: Baked Egg Boats
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 medium-sized baguettes (10-12 inches long each) or 4 large rolls; 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted unsalted butter; 6-8 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 medium yellow onion, finely chopped; 1/2 red bell pepper, finely chopped; 1/2 green bell pepper, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped; 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste; Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional); 8 large eggs; 1/4 cup whole milk, half-and-half, or heavy cream; 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese; 1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack or Gruyère cheese; 2 tablespoons freshly chopped chives or parsley; Salt and pepper to taste

Description

Baked Egg Boats combine classic breakfast flavors with a fun presentation, perfect for any brunch or family gathering.

Ingredients

2 medium-sized baguettes (10-12 inches long each) or 4 large rolls
2 tablespoons olive oil or melted unsalted butter
6-8 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, finely chopped
1/2 green bell pepper, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/8 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
8 large eggs
1/4 cup whole milk, half-and-half, or heavy cream
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack or Gruyère cheese
2 tablespoons freshly chopped chives or parsley
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Prepare the baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
Hollow out the bread by slicing off the top third and scooping out the interior.
Brush the insides of the bread with olive oil or melted butter.
Optionally pre-bake the hollowed bread for 5-7 minutes.
Cook the vegetables in olive oil until soft, then add spinach until wilted.
Combine the cooled vegetable mixture with crumbled turkey bacon.
In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cheeses, and herbs.
Fill the boats with the egg mixture and top with extra cheese if desired.
Bake for 20-30 minutes until golden and set.
Rest for 5-10 minutes before serving and garnish with fresh herbs.

Notes

Use stale bread for better structure and allow flavors to meld overnight for enhanced taste.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American