Baked eggs with mushrooms and brie cheese from chef Gino D'Acampo

1 serving

25 minutes

Baked eggs with mushrooms and brie cheese is a refined dish inspired by Italian cuisine and the chef Gino D'Acampo's skillful approach. Pancetta, mushrooms, and delicate brie create an exquisite balance of flavors: the light saltiness of bacon, earthy depth of mushrooms, and creamy softness of cheese complement each other harmoniously. Baking in the oven adds richness to the dish, while soft, slightly runny yolks provide a velvety texture. This dish is perfect for a leisurely breakfast or cozy dinner. Serving it with crispy bread allows one to savor each bite while absorbing the richness of flavors and aromas. An exquisite yet simple recipe that transforms ordinary eggs into a gastronomic delight.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 570.7
• Proteins: 28.4g
• Fats: 49.4g
• Carbohydrates: 1.8g

Ingredients

• Pancetta: 4 pc
• Olive oil: 1 tbsp
• Champignons: 50 g
• Green onions: 1 stem
• Brie cheese: 30 g
• Chicken egg: 2 pc
• Salt: to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper: pinch

Cooking steps

1. Cut 2 slices of pancetta into small pieces, leaving 2 whole.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pancetta: 4 pieces

2. Cut the mushrooms into 4 pieces, slice the green onion stems diagonally, and cut the brie cheese into small cubes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Champignons: 50 g
   • Green onions: 1 stem
   • Brie cheese: 30 g

3. Preheat the oven to 200 °C and grease the inside of the cappuccino cup with a little olive oil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 1 tablespoon

4. Place two slices of pancetta in a baking dish and cook in the oven until golden and crispy. Leave to cool and slightly harden.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pancetta: 4 pieces

5. Heat olive oil in a medium-sized skillet and sauté mushrooms with chopped pancetta for about 5 minutes until golden brown.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
   • Champignons: 50 g
   • Pancetta: 4 pieces

6. Add green onions, salt it, and cook for another 3 minutes, stirring constantly.

   Required ingredients:

   • Green onions: 1 stem
   • Salt:  to taste

7. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in half of the chopped cheese.

   Required ingredients:

   • Brie cheese: 30 g

8. Pour the mixture from the pan into a cappuccino cup, crack two eggs into the cup, keeping the yolks intact.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces

9. Place the cup on the baking tray and bake uncovered for 5 minutes.

10. Take out of the oven, sprinkle with remaining cheese, put back in and bake for another 8 minutes.

    Required ingredients:

    • Brie cheese: 30 g

11. When ready, place two cooled slices of pancetta in the cup. Sprinkle the eggs with black pepper.

    Required ingredients:

    • Pancetta: 4 pieces
    • Freshly ground black pepper:  pinch

12. Serve immediately after cooking with your favorite bread.