King Charles III Cheesy Baked Eggs

King Charles shared one of his favorite breakfast egg dishes.

King Charles is a huge fan of eggs and cheese. No wonder this is one of his favorite dishes. It's delicious with warm crusty bread for breakfast, brunch or even dinner and simple to make too.

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Cheesy Baked Eggs

A handful (4 oz) of fresh spinach wilted in a little olive oil
1 tomato (heirlooms are good) cut into bite size pieces
2 oz soft cheese (I use Cornish Brie, but any soft cheese will work)
1 egg
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 oz grated hard cheese (I like a mix of red Leicester and Montgomery cheddar, but any hard cheese will work)
2 fresh basil leaves (torn)
2 slices Prosciutto (torn) or chopped cooked bacon

Method
Butter a small ovenproof dish and line with wilted spinach, making a small well in the centre. Place the tomato) on top of the spinach.

Arrange the soft cheese around the dish amongst the tomatoes. Add the torn basil leaves and the optional Prosciutto. Season with salt and pepper.

Crack the egg into the centre of the spinach.

Pour the heavy cream over the egg - avoid breaking the yolk. Sprinkle with grated hard cheese.

Place in a hot oven (180C) for 8-10 minutes. Let it stand for a few minutes before eating.

[bennuttall]

I used to be a cheesemonger, so just as a little tip, if you can't find Montgomery Cheddar, you can use a Cheddar called Tickler by the Castello Cheese Company. It is a fantastic substitute and it too has the little salt crystals as the Montgomery Cheddar does.

[deekircher]

Love his face when he mentions French bree for the English royalty :)

[stacylamb]

That looks wonderful . Not only nice for coronation but for Easter brunch too . Thank you Chef Darren

[brucetidwell]

I've been making that for years. I feel so royal now! lol! I just put the spinach in raw and it cooks ok. Because I don't have King Charles's budget, I use bacon instead of prosciutto, although I would much prefer it, and just ordinary extra sharp cheddar. I don't put tomatoes in but I might try it. It's a wonderful breakfast but it also makes a nice light supper, too, with a few pieces of garlic bread and maybe some fruit salad.

[jandavis]

Wow, that is a gorgeous and rich recipe! What’s not to love??! 🥚 You speak very lovingly of your time with TRF, and I can’t wait to hear more stories! Red Leicester is one of the undisputed Kings of cheese in the world!!!

[bradleystarcevich]

I made this yesterday morning for my wife and I. Absolutely delicious! Served it with fresh, homemade bread, and champagne. Fabulous recipe, many thanks indeed for sharing!

[behuman]

Love all the stories that go with all the recipes

You are like a royal scribe
You don’t know but you are documenting history

You are spreading knowledge
Thankyiu

[ericmgarrison]

I love this with a little nutmeg in my sautéed spinach. The finished dish is wonderful with crusty white or sourdough bread and a fruit salad to cut the richness (and a chilled glass of Cremant d’Alsace!!!). Thank you, Chef!!!

[Judithestears]

This looks absolutely lovely. I would make it with 2 eggs, same size dish. So hungry for delicious foods and this looked wonderful.

[TiminatorK]

Wow, I just finished a VERY VERY LONG search for an affordable copy of "Eating Royally" and **finally** found one...supposedly autographed! That's great news about your books coming back into print! Good Show, Chef! I'll have to wing it not having easy access to British cheeses. King Charles III is right, cheese is DELICIOUS!

[isxnsiss]

Yesss! I got the book today! Thank you so much for the recipes.

[erikaronska]

Eggs and cheese!!! Yes, please!
I love these Royal recipes!

New subscriber! Looks delicious!

[cak]

The dairy products in the UK are divine. Whenever I’m in London, I love to go to the Harrods Food Halls, select a few different cheeses, and something like a salmon mousse or a duck pâté, some savory crackers, and have a little “picnic” in my hotel room. The cheese in the UK is the best.

[JayBird]

I’m so proud grateful for you chef, your recipes are a piece of history, please continue to share fine authentic royal dinings we love them ❤

[georgiaclapham]

Your impression of HRH Prince Philip was spot on!! Wonderful recipe!

[mlersk]

Absolutely lovely, can’t wait to try this, Long Live the King!

[phillipsimpson]

Am I the only one that CANNOT adjust the LIGHTING??? Darren is SUPER-DARK... funky picture!! ALL the other videos are marvelous lighting-picture!! Argh! Luv-ya' All :)

[bigboi]

Absolutely wonderful dish, Chef! Those who say the British don't know good food are sorely mistaken! It looks beautiful!

[Sasukea]

I'll love to join the King for breakfast. This recipe is delicious. 🥚🍳

I really love dark chocolate too. 🍫

[bethroberts]

I love your recipes and your videos. Give my best to Winston.