Jacques Pepin's Gratin of Eggs |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Perfect way to use up the spoils from the Easter egg hunt... this is almost identical to a dish that Ed and I had on our cozy cottage honeymoon, except that the eggs were served on a bed of thinly sliced smoked ham. Our personal preference is for a bit less onion; adjust as you wish. It's quick and delicious served with a side of the freshest fruit. Ingredients:
6 -7 hard-boiled eggs |
2 tablespoons butter |
1 1/2 cups thinly sliced onions (i prefer a bit less) |
1 tablespoon flour |
1 1/2 cups milk |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon black pepper |
1/2 cup grated swiss cheese |
Directions:
1. Slice eggs and arrange them in one 4 to 6 cup gratin dish (or do individual gratins if you like).
2. Melt butter in a saucepan and when hot, add onions; cook them over medium heat, stirring occasionally for 2 or 3 minutes until they sizzle and have just started to brown.
3. Add flour, mix well, and cook for 30 seconds.
4. Add milk, salt, pepper; stirring constantly, bring mixture to a boil then lower the heat and let sauce simmer gently for about a minute.
5. Pour over the eggs in the gratin dish.
6. Mix the sauce and eggs gently, sprinkle with grated Swiss cheese, and bake in a 400 degree oven for about 10 to 12 minutes.
7. Place under the broiler for another 4 or 5 minutes to brown the top.
8. Serve immediately.
9. Another option is to arrange the egg/sauce mixture on top of some thinly sliced smoked ham-.
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