• 3 tbsp. Margarine or Butter
• 2 tbsp. All Purpose Flour
• 1/4 tsp. Salt
• 1/8 tsp. Pepper
• 1/4 cup Snipped Fresh Basil or 1 tsp. Dried Basil; crushed
• 1 cup Milk
• Non-stick Spray Coating :
• 4 Eggs
• Salt and Pepper
• 1 oz. Cheese
• (optional) Snipped Fresh Basil

In a small saucepan melt the margarine or butter. Stir in the flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon pepper, and dried basil, if using. Add milk all at once.

Cook and stir over medium heat till thickened and bubbly. Cook and stir 1 minute more. Remove from heat. Stir in fresh basil, if using.

Spray four 8-to l0-ounce round baking dishes or 6-ounce custard cups with nonstick coating.

To assemble, spoon about 2 tablespoons basil sauce into each dish. Gently break an egg into the center of each dish; season with salt and pepper. Spoon remaining sauce atop eggs.

Bake in a 350 degree oven for 18 to 20 minutes or till egg is set.

Sprinkle with cheese. Let stand till cheese melts. Garnish with snipped basil, if desired. Makes 4 servings.