Baked Lemon and Basil Eggs in Foccacia Bread

"I love the idea of using a loaf of Foccacia bread for this brunch entree'! No fuss, no muss! If you do not have Meyer Lemon oil, you can combine lemon zest with olive oil or simply add lemon juice to oil. Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis"
 
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Ready In:
1hr 5mins
Ingredients:
8
Serves:
4-6
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ingredients

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directions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Cut the top off the foccacia and hollow out the bread inside. Tear the top of the and the inside of focaccia bread into 1-inch pieces. Reserve bread pieces. You will combine with the egg mixture.
  • Brush the inside of the foccacia with the Meyer lemon olive oil. Place on a baking sheet and toast for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk the eggs. Add the basil, cheese, salt, pepper, and milk. Whisk lightly. Stir in up to 4 cups of the bread pieces.
  • Scoop out the bread pieces & place in the loaf then carefully pour the egg mixture into the toasted foccacia loaf. You might have a bit of egg leftover.
  • Return to the oven and bake until the eggs have cooked, about 35 to 40 minutes.
  • Cut the baked foccacia into 6 to 8 pieces and serve immediately.
  • Serve with fresh berries & melon slices.

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Hi there! Originally CHICAGOLAND CHEF DU JOUR, I like to think of myself as a fantastic home cook with a flair for the gourmet. I have gotten & shared many recipes since I became a member in 2007. Although I have not been active in a few years, I still return to look for recipes from some of my fave chefs. Thanks to all you have helped me over the years and thanks a bunch to any and all reviews.
 
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