Egg And Spinach Casserole

Directions

1. 1
   Pull crumbs from inside of bread and measure, packing lightly. Place in bowl the melted butter and crumbs, thoroughly mixing with 2 forks.
2. 2
   Wash fresh spinach several times to thoroughly wash. Drain well and cook in a small amount of water in covered saucepan until tender.
3. 3
   When done, drain thoroughly and chop fine.
4. 4
   Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste.
5. 5
   Place spinach in a well buttered casserole or shallow baking dish (not too large as this is a small recipe).
6. 6
   Make 2 depressions in spinach with a spoon.
7. 7
   Drop the raw eggs into these depressions.
8. 8
   Sprinkle eggs slightly with salt and pepper.
9. 9
   Heat milk and cheese until cheese is melted.
10. 10
    Season and pour cheese sauce slowly over the eggs and spinach.
11. 11
    Cover with the buttered bread crumbs and bake in a 375° oven for about 25 minutes.
12. 12
    If not brown at this stage, place under broiler to brown and serve.
13. 13
    Serves 2 to 3.