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Baked Eggs Napoleon

Irresistible Baked Eggs Napoleon with Crispy Potato Layers

Elevate your breakfast with Baked Eggs Napoleon, featuring crispy layers of Yukon Gold potatoes and perfectly runny yolks.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Potato Base
  • 4 medium Yukon Gold Potatoes Thinly sliced for crispy layers.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Or melted butter.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Substitute with fresh garlic if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Fresh thyme can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Cheese Layers
  • 1 cup Gruyere or Swiss Cheese Or substitute with cheddar or vegan cheese.
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Omit for a vegan version.
For the Eggs and Garnish
  • 4 large Eggs Consider egg substitutes for a vegan-friendly option.
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream Optional for enhanced creaminess.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Chives Chopped.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Optional.
For Serving
  • 1/2 cup Hollandaise Sauce Optional topping.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Muffin Tin
  • mandoline
  • large mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the Yukon Gold potatoes thinly and soak them in cold water for 15 minutes.
  2. Toss the dried potato slices with olive oil, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  3. Layer the seasoned potato slices into a greased muffin tin, adding cheese between layers.
  4. Bake the stacks for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Crack an egg into each potato stack and return to the oven for another 8-10 minutes.
  6. Garnish with chives, parsley, and smoked paprika. Serve immediately, drizzled with hollandaise sauce if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 210mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best texture, enjoy Baked Eggs Napoleon fresh. Consider customizing with different vegetables or cheeses.

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