As a seasoned home cook who prioritizes simple, affordable meals, I love this cocotte eggs with bacon recipe. It's quick to prepare, uses everyday ingredients, and always delights my family.
Why not whip up these eggs today? This beginner-friendly dish comes together fast, perfect for busy days when a full meal feels out of reach.
- 4 slices of smoked bacon
- 4 eggs
- 4 heaping tablespoons of fresh cream
- 30g of grated cheese
- 1 nice knob of butter
Preparation: 5 mins – Cooking: 15 mins
1. Preheat oven to 210°C.
2. Butter the inside of each cocotte.
3. Place a slice of bacon at the bottom of each cocotte.
4. Crack an egg over the bacon (try not to break the yolk).
5. Add a heaping tablespoon of fresh cream.
6. Sprinkle with grated cheese.
7. Bake for 15 minutes.
Perfect cocotte eggs with bacon, ready to serve! I pair them hot with a fresh side salad for a complete meal.
To mix things up, try thin strips of salmon instead of bacon, topped with fresh dill. Just as flavorful and effortless.
- 4 slices of smoked bacon: 40 g at €13.67 per kilo, i.e. €0.55
- 4 eggs: €1
- 6 cl of fresh cream: €3 per liter or €0.18
- 30 g of grated Gruyère cheese: €6.90 per kilo, i.e. €0.21
That's €0.48 per cocotte or €1.92 for 4. Unbeatable value!
