Imagine waking up to the sizzling sound of crispy bacon, the aromatic whispers of fresh spinach, and perfectly cooked eggs that promise to transform your morning from ordinary to extraordinary! This isn't just another breakfast recipe - it's a culinary adventure that will make your taste buds dance and your hunger completely satisfied. In just 20 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-worthy dish that's so simple, even novice cooks can master it with ease.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 slices of bacon
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup spinach
- 1/2 cup cheese (cheddar or feta)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 8 slices of bacon, 4 eggs, 1 cup of fresh spinach, 1/2 cup of cheese (either cheddar or feta), and salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large skillet, place the bacon strips in a single layer. Turn the heat to medium and cook the bacon until it becomes crispy, approximately 8-10 minutes. Make sure to flip the bacon halfway through cooking for even crispness.
- Once the bacon is cooked to your desired crispness, remove it from the skillet and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess grease. Leave about 1 tablespoon of bacon grease in the skillet for added flavor.
- In the same skillet with the reserved bacon grease, add the fresh spinach. Sauté the spinach over medium heat for about 2-3 minutes, or until it wilts down. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- While the spinach is cooking, crack the eggs into a bowl and whisk them together with a pinch of salt and pepper until well combined.
- Once the spinach has wilted, create a small space in the skillet and pour the whisked eggs into that space. Allow the eggs to cook undisturbed for about 1 minute, then gently stir them into the spinach, combining everything together.
- Continue to cook the eggs and spinach mixture, stirring occasionally, until the eggs are fully cooked but still soft, about 2-3 more minutes.
- Once the eggs are cooked, remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the cheese over the top of the egg and spinach mixture. Allow the residual heat to melt the cheese slightly.
- Finally, crumble the crispy bacon over the top of the egg and spinach mixture. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if desired.
- Serve the delicious bacon, spinach, and egg mixture warm, either on its own or with toast for a complete meal. Enjoy your flavorful American-style dish!
Tips
- Choose high-quality bacon for the best flavor - thick-cut bacon works wonderfully for extra crispiness.
- Don't drain all the bacon grease - that tablespoon left in the pan adds incredible depth of flavor to your eggs and spinach.
- For perfectly cooked eggs, keep the heat at medium and stir gently to prevent overcooking.
- Experiment with cheese varieties - while cheddar and feta are fantastic, try goat cheese or parmesan for unique twists.
- For a low-carb option, serve this skillet directly from the pan, or pair with a slice of toasted sourdough bread.
- Fresh spinach is key - avoid frozen spinach to maintain the best texture and flavor.
- Season gradually and taste as you go to achieve the perfect salt and pepper balance.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 2g
Protein: 20g
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 240mg
