Pascualina Uruguaya a la Sartén (Savory Spinach, Chard, Ricotta & Egg Bake) – Authentic Uruguay Recipe
Savory emerald-green herb and ricotta skillet bake cradling whole eggs baked in wells.
- Country of Origin
- 🇺🇾 Uruguay (South America, Americas)
- Dietary Profile
- vegetarian
- Prep Time
- 20 min
- Cook Time
- 30 min
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Signature Staples
- Wilted spinach and Swiss chard, Creamy ricotta and Parmesan, Baked farm eggs, Nutmeg, Garlic
Ingredients for Pascualina Uruguaya a la Sartén (Savory Spinach, Chard, Ricotta & Egg Bake) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) wilted spinach and Swiss chard, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups creamy ricotta and Parmesan, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup baked farm eggs
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with nutmeg
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Uruguay seasoning (garlic, marjoram, olive oil)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Preheat oven to 390°F (200°C) and lightly oil an ovenproof skillet or baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion, garlic, nutmeg, and garlic, marjoram, olive oil for 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Combine wilted spinach and Swiss chard and creamy ricotta and Parmesan with the sautéed aromatics and layer evenly into the baking dish.
- Top with baked farm eggs and bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until bubbling and golden brown on top.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving warm at the table.