25 minutes
A savory oven-baked egg dish with tender leeks, briny Castelvetrano olives, and creamy goat cheese.
tablespoons
Large Leeks, thinly sliced, white parts only
each
teaspoons
each
cups
teaspoons
Castelvetrano Olives, sliced
cups
0 oz
Chives, chopped
to garnish
1. Preheat Oven and Sauté Leeks
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Warm two tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil over medium heat in an oven-safe nonstick or cast-iron skillet. Add the thinly sliced white parts of two large leeks, seasoning them with half a teaspoon of sea salt. Sauté for about 5 to 7 minutes until tender and fragrant.
2. Whisk Eggs and Cream
In a large bowl, whisk together ten large eggs with a quarter cup of heavy whipping cream. Add the remaining half teaspoon of sea salt and half a teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
3. Combine Eggs with Leeks and Add Ins
Lower the heat under the skillet and pour the egg mixture over the sautéed leeks. Scatter half a cup of sliced Castelvetrano olives and four ounces of goat cheese over the eggs.
4. Bake and Garnish
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for about 10 to 15 minutes, until the edges are set but the middle remains slightly soft. Garnish with chopped chives if desired. Serve warm.
Aim for a balance where the egg whites are set but the yolks are still runny. Start checking after 8 minutes. If you're nearing done on the whites but want to keep the yolks soft, you can briefly broil on low. However, be watchful to avoid overcooking the yolks.
Choose leeks that are firm, straight, and have a fresh aroma. The white and light green parts are what you will use, so trim the dark green tops. Be thorough with cleaning them as dirt often hides in the layers. An easy technique is to slice the leeks and soak them in a bowl of water, letting the grit settle at the bottom.
Use a heavy, oven-safe skillet or baking dish that can retain heat well. This ensures the eggs cook evenly. Preheating the dish slightly in the oven as it heats can also promote even cooking.
Consider adding a sprinkle of high-quality finishing sea salt or flaky salt and freshly cracked black pepper right before serving. A light drizzle of extra virgin olive oil can also enhance the flavors.
For maximum flavor, cook the leeks slowly over medium-low heat until they become soft and translucent. This low-and-slow method allows the leeks to develop a sweet, mellow flavor without browning.
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