CHEESY BAKED EGGS

2 teaspoons butter, softened
4 tablespoons half and half
1/2 teaspoon salt
dash pepper
4 eggs
1 ounce shredded American cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives or parsley

Heat oven to 400 degrees F. With butter, lightly grease four 6 ounce custard cups or ovenproof ramekins; place on cookie sheet.

Add 1 tablespoon half and half, 1/8 teaspoon salt and dash pepper to each cup. Break 1 egg into each cup. Sprinkle with cheese and chives.

Bake at 400 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes or until set. Remove from oven; let eggs stand for 2 minutes before serving.

Servings: 4
Source: Pillsbury Come and Eat Magazine, Summer 2000