
A historical side dish from The White House cook book; a comprehensive cyclopedia of information for the home .. (1913).
Preserved exactly as written in the original source
Hard-boil twelve eggs
Slice them thin in rings
In the bottom of a large well-buttered baking-dish place a layer of grated bread crumbs, then one of eggs
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Cover with bits of butter and sprinkle with pepper
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
Hard-boiling eggs completely sets both the whites and yolks through coagulation at 180°F, creating firm slices that hold their shape during baking. The layered construction with bread crumbs creates textural contrast—the crumbs absorb moisture from the eggs and butter, forming a crispy top while staying tender underneath. Butter distributed throughout provides fat that carries flavor and promotes even browning through the Maillard reaction at oven temperatures.
The eggs can be hard-boiled and peeled up to 3 days ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The dish can be assembled (but not baked) up to 4 hours ahead, covered with plastic wrap, and refrigerated. Add 5-10 minutes to the baking time if starting from cold.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 30-45 seconds, or reheat the entire dish covered with foil in a 325°F oven for 15-20 minutes. Note that reheated eggs may have a slightly rubbery texture.
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The eggs can be hard-boiled and peeled up to 3 days ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The dish can be assembled (but not baked) up to 4 hours ahead, covered with plastic wrap, and refrigerated. Add 5-10 minutes to the baking time if starting from cold.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 30-45 seconds, or reheat the entire dish covered with foil in a 325°F oven for 15-20 minutes. Note that reheated eggs may have a slightly rubbery texture.