Recipe: Cuban Eggs π³
Overview:
Cuban Eggs, a delightful dish perfect for breakfast or brunch, offering a fusion of flavors with a touch of the Caribbean. This recipe promises convenience, allowing you to prep ahead for a quick morning meal. With its creamy egg filling, tangy tomato sauce, and melted cheese topping, it’s a satisfying one-dish wonder!
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Calories: 352.4 per serving
Ingredients:
- 8 hard-boiled eggs
- 1 sharp cheddar cheese block
- 3 tablespoons nonfat milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 onion
- 1/2 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 cup no-salt-added tomato sauce
- 1 cup cooked rice
- Parsley sprigs for garnish
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350Β°F. |
| 2 | Prepare Eggs: Cut the hard-boiled eggs in half lengthwise. Carefully remove the yolks and set aside the egg whites. |
| 3 | Prepare Filling: In a small bowl, mash the egg yolks using a fork. Add 1/2 cup of grated sharp cheddar cheese, nonfat milk, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended. |
| 4 | Fill Egg Whites: Spoon one heaping tablespoon of the yolk mixture into each egg white half. |
| 5 | Arrange Eggs: Place the filled egg halves in an 8x8x2-inch baking dish. |
| 6 | Prepare Sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, sautΓ© finely chopped onion and pepper in butter until crisp-tender, approximately 3 minutes. Stir in the no-salt-added tomato sauce and bring to a gentle boil. |
| 7 | Assemble Dish: Pour the tomato sauce mixture evenly over the stuffed eggs in the baking dish. |
| 8 | Add Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining grated sharp cheddar cheese over the eggs and sauce. |
| 9 | Bake: Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven. Bake until the dish is hot and bubbly, and the cheese is melted, approximately 15 minutes. |
| 10 | Serve: Serve the Cuban Eggs hot over cooked rice. Garnish with fresh parsley sprigs for a pop of color and added flavor, if desired. |
Tips:
- For added flavor, consider incorporating diced ham or crumbled cooked bacon into the egg yolk mixture.
- Experiment with different types of cheese for a personalized touch. Smoked gouda or Monterey Jack can offer unique flavor profiles.
- If you’re short on time in the morning, prepare the eggs and sauce the night before, then simply reheat before serving.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 352.4
- Fat: 23.1g
- Saturated Fat: 11.1g
- Cholesterol: 461.5mg
- Sodium: 339.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 13.3g
- Fiber: 2.3g
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 21.9g
Keywords:
Breakfast, Lunch/Snacks, Cheese, Vegetable, Cuban, Caribbean, Free Of…, Potluck, < 60 Mins, Oven, Beginner Cook, Easy, Inexpensive
