"A stylish variation on shirred eggs, this dish can be put together in steps for ease of preparation. The pastry dough can be made up to a week in advance and stored in the refrigerator. The pans can be lined with the pastry the night before, allowing for a speedy final assembly in the morning...."
INGREDIENTS
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Savory Pastry Dough (see recipe)
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1/4 cup (1 oz) shredded provolone, Muenster or similar semisoft medium-aged cheese
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2 teaspoons mixed chopped fresh herbs such as tarragon, chives, chervil, thyme and/or Italian parsley, in any combination
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8 large eggs
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into bits
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4 tablespoons heavy cream