The Cook Book by “Oscar” of the Waldorf

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Eggs in Cocottes

Take some small china cups (called cocottes) and break a new-laid egg in each with a little butter; sprinkle over a little salt and pepper, set them on hot ashes and salamander the tops until the eggs are done and quite soft. Serve in the cups.

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