Indulge in the culinary delight of molly coddled eggs, a classic comfort food cherished for its simplicity and versatility. Whether you prefer a soft and creamy center or a slightly firmer texture, this culinary gem offers endless possibilities to cater to your taste buds. Embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets to creating perfectly cooked molly coddled eggs, ensuring a delightful and satisfying experience every time.
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CODDLED EGGS
Coddling is a gentle steaming method that yields a tender egg. The eggs are cooked individually in coddling cups-ceramic cups with screw-on lids available at kitchen-supply stores. Four-ounce baby-food jars can be used as well. Garnish with chopped herbs, onion, or cooked bacon.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes
Yield Makes 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Line the bottom of a saucepan with a kitchen towel. Fill the pan with enough water to come just below the rim of the coddlers. Place over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil.
- Butter the insides of each coddler. Pour 1/2 teaspoon heavy cream in each. Add one egg; season with salt and pepper. Screw on lids tightly. Carefully place egg coddlers into boiling water.
- Reduce heat to medium, and simmer for 4 minutes. Turn off heat, cover pan, and let stand for 6 to 7 minutes. Remove coddlers from water, unscrew lids, and serve immediately.
MOLLY - CODDLED EGGS
Our update of a classic. Easy peasy great for a meal for one when you cant be bothered! Serve with hot buttered granary toast.
Provided by PinkCherryBlossom
Categories Breakfast
Time 17m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 180°C.
- Grease a ramekin liberally. You can supposedly buy egg coddlers which are little ramekins with lids but I have never seen them. A ramekin works fine.
- Crack in an egg add the cream and top with the cheese.
- In an oven proof dish put the ramekin and then pour enough boiling water to come halfway up the ramekin.
- bake for 12 - 15 minutes until the eggs are lightly set.
INDIVIDUAL OVEN-CODDLED EGGS WITH MASHED POTATOES AND HERBS
Categories Egg Herb Potato Breakfast Brunch Bake Rosemary Winter Ramekin Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Butter six 3/4-cup ramekins. Bring milk and bay leaf to simmer in small saucepan. Remove from heat. Cover; let steep 15 minutes. Discard bay leaf.
- Meanwhile, cook potatoes in medium saucepan of boiling salted water until very tender, about 15 minutes. Drain. Place potatoes in medium bowl. Add warm milk, shallots, butter, rosemary, and thyme; mash until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Divide potato mixture among ramekins. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before continuing.)
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Carefully crack 1 egg over potatoes in each ramekin. Spoon 1 tablespoon cream over each egg. Sprinkle each with 1 tablespoon Parmesan. Place ramekins in 13x9x2-inch metal baking pan. Pour enough hot water into baking pan to come halfway up sides of ramekins. Bake until egg whites are gently set but yolks are still soft, about 17 minutes. Remove ramekins from baking pan. Sprinkle chives over and serve.
Tips for Making Perfect Mollycoddled Eggs:
- Use fresh eggs. Fresh eggs will have a thicker, more flavorful yolk and a firmer white, resulting in a better-cooked egg.
- Bring the water to a gentle simmer before adding the eggs. This will help to prevent the eggs from cracking.
- Cook the eggs for 3-4 minutes for a soft-boiled egg, 5-6 minutes for a medium-boiled egg, or 7-8 minutes for a hard-boiled egg.
- Immediately transfer the eggs to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. This will help to prevent the eggs from becoming overcooked.
- Peel the eggs under cold running water. This will make the shells easier to remove.
- Serve the eggs immediately or store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Mollycoddled eggs are a simple but delicious dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are a great source of protein and nutrients, and they can be cooked in a variety of ways. With a little practice, you can make perfect mollycoddled eggs every time.
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