EGGS IN POTS (OEUFS EN COCOTTE)

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Eggs and creme fraiche are all you need for this super-simple yet very tasty dish. You can also throw in almost anything savoury you find in your fridge. Try serving it with plenty of crusty bread.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 1/2 ounces/150 grams creme fraiche
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Pinch nutmeg
Handful of chopped dill, plus some small sprigs, for garnish, optional
4 free-range eggs
Red lumpfish roe, for garnish, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F/180 degrees C/Gas 4.
  • Season the creme fraiche with salt, freshly ground pepper and a pinch of nutmeg.
  • Place a heaped tablespoon of creme fraiche in the bottom of a ramekin, followed by a little chopped dill. Crack an egg on top, add a second tablespoon of creme fraiche and sprinkle with a pinch each of salt, pepper and nutmeg. Repeat with 3 more ramekins.
  • Place the ramekins in a baking dish and pour enough lukewarm water into the dish to come halfway up the sides of the ramekins. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the egg yolks are set to your liking.
  • If you like, finish each serving with a teaspoon of red lumpfish roe and a sprig or two of dill.

Cabdi Nuur
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I think I'll stick to simpler recipes in the future.


Raja sain
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This recipe is a bit pricey, but it's worth it for a special occasion. The eggs were cooked perfectly and the sauce was divine.


Mique Gonzales
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover bread. I made croutons with the leftover bread and they were delicious in the sauce.


Rawa Sbeity
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Shekinah Debaudin
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll try it again with some added spices next time.


Finlay Clardy
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I'm not a big fan of eggs, but this recipe changed my mind. The eggs were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I'll definitely be making this recipe again.


Technical Jamalio
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The eggs were cooked to perfection and the sauce was divine.


Denise Moore
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I've never made eggs in pots before, but this recipe made it easy. The eggs were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I'll definitely be making this recipe again.


partho Sarkar
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This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. It's elegant and delicious.


Atoya Carimbocas
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The eggs were a bit runny for my taste, but the sauce was amazing. I'll definitely be making this recipe again, but I'll cook the eggs a little longer next time.


Logan Stephens
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I love this recipe! It's so simple to make and it's always a hit with my friends.


MOTO MEDIA KENYA
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This recipe was a bit too rich for my taste. I think I'll try it again with a lighter sauce next time.


Varlee V Dolleh
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I added some chopped spinach and mushrooms to the sauce and it was delicious.


Karabo Mannya
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Meh. The eggs were overcooked and the sauce was bland. I wouldn't make this recipe again.


Lando Parks
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Easy and delicious! I've made this recipe several times now and it always turns out great. My guests love it too.


Md Mofij
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This recipe is a keeper! The eggs were cooked perfectly and the sauce was divine. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a hit with my family.