Stink Bug Eggs

Some of you may recognize this title from Roald Dahl’s Revolting Recipes. Indeed, that book was the inspiration for these. We’re big fans and highly recommend almost all of Roald Dahl’s children’s books. (The Glass Elevator was the only one that received a less-than-stellar rating from our crew.)

Other than following the typical routine for dyeing Easter eggs, there is just one trick for achieving the spider web effect on these. After boiling the eggs, tap each one gently in one or more places with the back of a spoon. Make sure they crack in each spot, for the resulting network of fissures allows the dye to reach the egg. Then proceed with dyeing as usual.

Happy Easter!