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Nutritional Guidelines (per serving) | |
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358 | Calories |
30g | Fat |
2g | Carbs |
18g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings: 4 | |
Amount per serving | |
Calories | 358 |
% Daily Value* | |
Total Fat 30g | 39% |
Saturated Fat 16g | 79% |
Cholesterol 476mg | 159% |
Sodium 342mg | 15% |
Total Carbohydrate 2g | 1% |
Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% |
Protein 18g | |
Calcium 192mg | 15% |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. |
These easy shirred eggs are baked in individual dishes with cream, butter, and cheddar cheese.
The eggs make a simple breakfast with 2 eggs per person. Add bacon, ham, or sausage, if you like, or serve them with fresh sliced tomatoes or fruit. They are excellent with a side dish of baked beans.
Ingredients
- 4 teaspoons melted butter
- 8 eggs
- 8 tablespoons heavy cream
- Salt (to taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
Steps to Make It
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Gather the ingredients.
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Heat the oven to 350 F / 180 C / Gas 4.
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Put 1 teaspoon of melted butter in each of four individual baking dishes or ramekins. Brush the butter over the bottoms and sides of the dishes.
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Break 2 eggs into each dish.
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Add 2 tablespoons of heavy cream to each dish and then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes.
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Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of shredded cheese over each egg just a minute or two before the dish is done.
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Serve and enjoy!