Baked Eggs with Chorizo, Kale & Bell Peppers Spicy chorizo with the freshness of kale and red bell pepper, baked with eggs and topped with melted cheese and cilantro. Ingredients 2 large eggs 2 oz chorizo, diced (or use spicy sausage) 1/2 cup kale, chopped (or spinach) 1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced 1 Tbsp onion, finely chopped ½ tsp butter 1/4 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese Salt and pepper, to taste Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish) Macronutrients Protein: 27g Fat: 48g Carbs: 6g Preparation Preheat the oven. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the chorizo and vegetables: Heat ½ tsp of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced chorizo (2 oz) and cook for 3-4 minutes until it starts to brown and release its oils. Add the chopped onion (1 Tbsp) and diced red bell pepper ¼ cup, and sauté for another 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in the chopped kale (½ cup) and cook until wilted. Season lightly with salt and pepper to taste. Assemble the dish: Transfer the chorizo and vegetable mixture into a small oven-safe baking dish or individual ramekins. Make two small wells in the mixture and crack an egg into each one. Sprinkle shredded cheese (¼ cup) over the top. Bake the eggs: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but the yolks are still slightly runny (bake longer if you prefer firmer yolks). Serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro. Coach Steven |
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