EGGS NOUVELLE ORLEANS
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- For Sauce: Bring 3 cups mil to simmer in medium saucepan over medium heat. Remove from heat. Melt 6 tablespoons butter in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 cup chopped green onions and saute 2 minutes. Add 6 tablespoons all purose flour and stir 2 minutes. Whisk in warm milk. boil until mixture is thick and smooth, whisking constantly, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat to low and simmer 3 minutes longer. Bring 1/4 cup brandy to simmer in small saucepan; add to milk mixture. Add 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; season to taste with ground nutmeg, salt and pepper. Bechamel sauce can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover tightly and refrigerate. Bring to simmer before using, stirring frequently and thinning with more milk if necessary. Preheat oven to 450. Melt 2 tbls unsalted butter in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 pound crabmeat and stir until heated through, about 2 minutes. Stir in 1/2 cup bechamel sauce. Season with hot pepper sauce, salt and pepper. Transfer crabmeat mixture to 10" ovenproof dish. For eggs: Pour water into heavy large skillet to depth of 2 inches. Add 1 tsp vinegar to skillet and bring to simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low. Break eggs into saucer 1 at a time. Gently slide each egg into simmering water in skillet. Poach eggs until whites are set and yolks still feel soft to touch, about 3 minutes. Using slotted spoon, arrange eggs on crabmeat; spoon remaining sauce over. Bake just until heated through, about 10 minutes. Sprinkle with paprika and green onions. Using large spoon transfer eggs to plates and serve.
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[email protected]I wasn't impressed with this recipe. The eggs were overcooked and the sauce was bland.
Megan Hamby
[email protected]This was a good recipe, but I made a few changes. I used a different type of cheese and added some chopped vegetables to the sauce. It turned out great!
Shammi Akter
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. The eggs are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful and creamy.
Nzori Omega
[email protected]This was a great recipe! I followed the instructions exactly and the eggs turned out perfectly. I served them with toast and fruit and it was a delicious and satisfying breakfast.
Elias Habre
[email protected]I made this dish last night and it was absolutely delicious! The flavors were so well-balanced and the eggs were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again soon.