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How To Make Goldenrod Eggs: A Delicious And Easy Recipe

Goldenrod eggs are a classic and tasty breakfast dish that is surprisingly simple to make. Learn step-by-step instructions on how to make this delicious dish at home. It's the perfect recipe to use up leftover dyed Easter eggs after the holiday.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time3 minutes
Total Time13 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: creamed eggs, eggs a la goldenrod, eggs goldenrod, goldenrod eggs
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 255kcal
Author: Barbara

Ingredients

  • 4 hard boiled eggs
  • 2 Tablespoons butter
  • 2 Tablespoons flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup milk
  • 4 slices bread
  • Butter (to spread on toast)

Instructions

  • Peel eggs, separate the whites and the yolks.
    Goldenrod eggs are a classic dish that is simple to make. Learn step-by-step instructions on how to make this delicious dish at home.
  • Dice the whites into bite-sized pieces.
    Goldenrod eggs are a classic dish that is simple to make. Learn step-by-step instructions on how to make this delicious dish at home.
  • Mash the yolks in a small bowl with a fork or press through a mesh sieve.
    Goldenrod eggs are a classic dish that is simple to make. Learn step-by-step instructions on how to make this delicious dish at home.
  • In a small saucepan, melt butter.
    Goldenrod eggs are a classic dish that is simple to make. Learn step-by-step instructions on how to make this delicious dish at home.
  • Whisk in flour, salt and pepper. Heat until it thickens or boils for approximately 1 minute (or until thick).
    Goldenrod eggs are a classic dish that is simple to make. Learn step-by-step instructions on how to make this delicious dish at home.
  • Remove from heat; stir in diced egg whites. (Taste, and add more salt and pepper, if needed).
    Goldenrod eggs are a classic dish that is simple to make. Learn step-by-step instructions on how to make this delicious dish at home.
  • Toast bread, and slather with butter.
    Goldenrod eggs are a classic dish that is simple to make. Learn step-by-step instructions on how to make this delicious dish at home.
  • Pour creamy white sauce over top the butter.
    Goldenrod eggs are a classic dish that is simple to make. Learn step-by-step instructions on how to make this delicious dish at home.
  • Sprinkle with mashed egg yolks.
    Goldenrod eggs are a classic dish that is simple to make. Learn step-by-step instructions on how to make this delicious dish at home.

Notes

    • This recipe makes enough goldenrod eggs and gravy to cover four slices of toast.
    • Season generously with salt and pepper. Taste the sauce and add more to taste, if needed.
    • A vegetable chopper makes dicing the egg whites a breeze!
    • The nutritional information below is auto-calculated and can vary depending on the products used.

Nutrition

Calories: 255kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 209mg | Sodium: 408mg | Potassium: 201mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 535IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 138mg | Iron: 2mg