1 qt. cockles in their shells
2 or 3 med. beaten eggs
1-2 tbsp. bacon fat
Black pepper to taste

Cover the cockles with water and bring to the boil. Boil the cockles for a few minutes only. (Boiling for a long period causes them to become tough.) Take the cockles out of their shells, wash them well and lay them out on a large cloth to remove excess moisture. Fry them in a little bacon fat, tossing them well in the fat before pouring the beaten eggs over them. Stir well with a wooden spoon and season with black pepper. Serves 4.