Curried Eggs

Ingredients

Directions

1. 1

   Cut shelled eggs in half.

2. 2

   Put shallots and butter in pan and gently cook until shallots are soft and clear (not coloured).

3. 3

   Sprinkle on the flour and curry powder and cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly.

4. 4

   Gradually stir in milk and cook about 8 minutes or until it is a smooth and thick sauce. Add more milk if sauce is too thick. (Consistancy should be that of thick pouring cream).

5. 5

   Add mustard and lime juice and salt and pepper to taste. Add eggs and heat through, be very careful not to break eggs.

6. 6

   Serve.

7. 7

   TIP~ When making sauce to avoid a lumpy texture, add liquid all at once if cold, gradually if hot and stirring consantly.