A Hen's Nest Recipe

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  1. Carefully pierce small end of each egg shell using along sharp needle. Continue to insert needle throughout entire length of egg, piercing yolk and opposite end of shell. Withdraw needle; carefully chip away hole at each end of shell to 1/8-inch circumference, using needle. Blow gently through one hole, forcing egg white and yolk to be expelled from hole at opposite end of shell. Reserve yolks and whites of 2 eggs for use in Soft Custard recipe. Other yolks and whites may be used in other recipes.
  2. Rinse egg shells well; drain. Seal hole in small end of each shell using a small piece of freezer tape. Place egg shells, tape side down, in egg carton.
  3. Pour blancmange equally into prepared egg shells. (Holes in shells may need to be enlarged. ) Refrigerate overnight.
  4. Pour a small amount of Soft Custard into 6 individual serving dishes. Sprinkle each with candied orange peel to resemble straw. Gently unpeel blancmange eggs, discarding shells. Arrange eggs over candied peel so that each serving resembles an egg in a hen's nest. Serve chilled.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 71.5 Kcal (299 kJ)
Calories from fat 45 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5g 8%
Cholesterol 186mg 62%
Sodium 71mg 3%
Potassium 69mg 1%
Total Carbs 0.5g 0%
Protein 6.5g 13%
Iron 1mg 6%
Calcium 28mg 3%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 143 Kcal (599 kJ)
Calories from fat 90 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 10g 8%
Cholesterol 372mg 62%
Sodium 142mg 3%
Potassium 138mg 1%
Total Carbs 1g 0%
Protein 13g 13%
Iron 2mg 6%
Calcium 56mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 1.8
    Points
  • 2
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • sugar free

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