eggsencocotte
nounUK /ˌeɪɡz ɑːn kəˈkɒt/
US /ˌeɪɡz ɑːn koʊˈkoʊt/
Eggs en cocotte are eggs baked in small cups.
For breakfast, she made eggs en cocotte with a little cream and cheese.
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2. A French dish of eggs cooked in individual ramekins with butter, cream, and seasonings.
The chef served eggs en cocotte with truffle and chives.
3. A method of cooking eggs gently in a water bath inside small covered cups.
The recipe calls for eggs en cocotte baked in a bain-marie for even heat.
4. A brunch presentation where each guest receives their own small baked egg dish.
The café's menu lists eggs en cocotte as a shareable starter.