Ingredients
Each ingredient in this recipe serves a purpose, creating layers of flavor and texture that make Baked Eggs Napoleon truly unforgettable. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup marinara sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Feel free to make substitutions based on what you have on hand. For instance, swap out the Parmesan for mozzarella if you prefer a milder cheese, or add sautéed mushrooms for an earthy twist.
Instructions
Cooking is an art form that requires a bit of patience and a lot of love. Let’s walk through the steps to create this dish:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to smooth any creases. Cut the pastry into four equal squares.
- Place each square on the prepared baking sheet. Use a sharp knife to score a smaller square within each piece of pastry, being careful not to cut all the way through. This will help create a raised border around the edges as it bakes.
- In a small saucepan, heat the marinara sauce with olive oil, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Spoon a small amount of sauce onto each pastry square, staying within the scored border.
- Carefully crack an egg into the center of each pastry square, taking care to keep the yolk intact.
- Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese evenly over each egg.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and the egg whites are set but yolks remain runny.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before garnishing with fresh basil leaves.
A tip from my grandmother: always keep an eye on the eggs in the final minutes to ensure they’re cooked just to your preference. For a firmer yolk, leave them in for an extra minute.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International