Scotch Eggs

Directions

1. 1
   Peel the boiled eggs and set aside.
2. 2
   Melt the butter in a frying pan over a moderate heat and add the chopped leek, garlic, mace and shallot.
3. 3
   Fry for 5 minutes, until softened.
4. 4
   Place the sausage meat into a large bowl and add the softened leek mixture.
5. 5
   Stir in the chopped parsley; add 1 of the eggs and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
6. 6
   Pack this mixture around each egg to form a generous coating of sausage meat.
7. 7
   Season the flour and beat the remaining egg with a little water.
8. 8
   Roll the eggs in the seasoned flour and then dip briefly into the egg.
9. 9
   Roll the eggs in the breadcrumb until coated.
10. 10
    Set the oven to 350F Heat the oil in a deep fat fryer to 350F Deep-fry the eggs for 5 minutes and then transfer to the oven and cook for another 5 minutes.
11. 11
    Cut each egg in half and serve with fresh salad leaves, sliced baby beetroot, and a little French dressing.