Wartime Welsh Eggs

 Here's another recipe from the Second World War Ministry of Food Leaflet... Welsh Eggs.

Im not quiet sure whats Welsh about it...unless its a play on Welsh Rarebit... which is just another way of saying posh Cheese on Toast made with a sauce, beer and sometimes egg.

Again this recipe used dried eggs... which I dont have.. so I used hard boiled eggs. I adjusted the seasoning and actually enjoyed it.. finding it very filling. And the mixture goes a long way

But, having to hard boil the eggs and make the sauce doesnt make for a particularly quick breakfast. Although, if you plan ahead its probably a good choice for a leisurely weekend. But perfect for supper

1 oz margarine or dripping

3 level tablespoons plain flour

1/2 pint milk (or milk and water)

2 level tablespoons coarsely chopped leek or spring onion: 

1 level teaspoon salt

1/4 level teaspoon pepper

4 dried eggs, hard-boiled and chopped

4 pieces toast.

• Melt the margarine and stir in the flour to absorb the fat. 
• Then add the milk gradually and bring to the boil
• Add the leek or onion, and seasoning, and stir until cooked -about five minutes. 
• Finally, add the chopped egg and serve on hot toast. 
• Sufficient for four.