*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                        Portuguese Eggs With Peas

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Serving Size  : 2    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Egg & Cheese                     Low-Carbojydrate
                Meats

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   2      tablespoons   butter
     1/2  cup           finely chopped onions
     3/4  cup           chicken stock
   2      cups          green peas
     1/2  cup           finely chopped fresh parsley
     1/4  cup           finely chopped fresh coriander(cilantro)
     1/2  teaspoon      sugar
                        Salt
                        freshly ground black pepper
     1/4  pound         garlic-seasoned pork sausage -- cut in thin 
strips
   4                    egga

In a heavy 10 in skillet, melt the butter over moderate heat.  When the
foam has almost subsided, add the onions, and, stirring frequently, cook
for eight to ten minutes, until golden.  tir in the stock, peas, parsley,
coriander, sugar, 1/4 teaspoon of salt and a few grindings of pepper, and
overlap the sausage slices around the edge of the pan in a circle.  Bring
to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer
for five minutes. Break the eggs into the skillet, keeping them well
apart.  Sprinkle the eggs lightly with salt and pepper.  Cover and cook
for three or four minutes, until the egg whites are set.  Serve at once.


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NOTES : This recipe should be part of the repertoire of every
       self-respecting bachelor. It'll impress your ladies. Easy to cook,
       it will ensure that a woman willl never hold you hostage.





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