Baked Egg Goodies

Stacey here! Lunchtime was drawing nearer and nearer today, and I just couldn't think what to make my son. I needed to include protein, as he hadn't had any yet for the day, and all I really had for that was egg and some ham. He can be a bit fussy when it comes to eating just plain scrambled egg, so I wanted to try something different. I'd seen a recipe previously about doing mini quiches, so I thought I'd just do a spin of that with what I had in my fridge. They turned out fabulous! I loved mine, and I'm assuming my son did to too as he ate all of his! They're customizable as well - you can toss last night's leftover vegetables in, and whatever pieces of cheese you may have laying about. Next time I will try it with some fresh spring onion to add some veg-y crunch! I think bell peppers would be yummy in as well, or spinach - possibly watercress too!

Here's what you need:
1 egg for each person making for (I used 2)
1 tsp dried basil, or some fresh basil chopped (increase as you add eggs)
3 tbsp crumbled cheese (increase as you add eggs - you could try a wet cheese, like ricotta. I used fresh mozzarella, but cheddar or another hard cheese would work as well)
1 small clove of garlic, crushed and chopped (increase as you add eggs)
Whatever other filling you'd like! (I used about 2 tbsp ham, chopped fine)

Preheat the oven to 180c/360f. Grease whatever dish you will be cooking your egg goodies in with butter or a cooking spray. I used two ramekins - a muffin or cupcake tray could be used as well. In a bowl, beat the eggs and then add the basil and garlic, and stir. Pour the mixture into your cooking dish and add the rest of your toppings by dropping them in.

 Place in the oven, and bake for about 15-20 minutes - the top of the goodies will start to turn a light golden brown when ready. You can check that they are done in the middle by sticking a fork in the side of one and seeing if it comes out clean or sticky. These are great for a brunch item if you have friends coming over, or a good way to get in some extra veggies for a power breakfast when you've got a big day planned.