Indulge in a culinary symphony of flavors with our enticing Mushroom Asparagus Eggs Benedict. This dish is a harmonious blend of textures and tastes, featuring perfectly poached eggs nestled atop toasted English muffins, smothered in a velvety hollandaise sauce. The earthy notes of sautéed mushrooms and tender asparagus add a delightful dimension to each bite. This recipe also includes variations such as Florentine Benedict with spinach, and Smoked Salmon Benedict for seafood lovers. Additionally, we'll guide you through creating a classic hollandaise sauce, ensuring a smooth and flavorful sauce that complements the other ingredients beautifully. Impress your loved ones with these gourmet breakfast or brunch dishes, perfect for special occasions or a delightful weekend treat.
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SKILLET EGGS WITH MUSHROOMS AND ASPARAGUS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat a grill to medium high. Put the asparagus and mushrooms in separate bowls; toss each with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 garlic clove, 1 teaspoon thyme and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Place the asparagus and mushrooms on opposite sides of a grill basket and grill, tossing occasionally, until tender and browned around the edges, about 3 minutes for the asparagus and 7 minutes for the mushrooms. Remove to a large plate.
- Heat a large cast-iron skillet on the grill; add the remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil. Crack the eggs into a bowl, then pour into the skillet; season with salt. Scatter the vegetables around the egg whites, avoiding the yolks. Cook, rotating the skillet, until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny, 5 to 8 minutes. Meanwhile, grill the bread until lightly charred, 1 minute per side.
- Remove the skillet from the grill and sprinkle with parsley, parmesan and red pepper flakes. Serve with the grilled bread.
ASPARAGUS EGGS BENEDICT
Steps:
- Place asparagus in a steamer basket. Place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water; bring to a boil. Cover and steam for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Set aside., Prepare hollandaise sauce according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, bring 2-3 in. water to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer gently. Break cold eggs, one at a time, into a custard cup or saucer. Holding the dish close to the surface of the water, slip the eggs, one at a time, into the water. , Cook, uncovered, for 3-5 minutes or until the whites are completely set and the yolks begin to thicken. With a slotted spoon, lift each egg out of the water., To assemble, place 4 pieces of asparagus on each muffin half; top with a poached egg; sprinkle with cheese. Top each with about 3 tablespoons hollandaise sauce; garnish with paprika. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Fat 18g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 219mg cholesterol, Sodium 503mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 14g protein.
EGGS BENEDICT WITH ASPARAGUS AND BRIE
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Cut off and discard the woody ends from the asparagus and boil the spears for 5 minutes, or until fork- tender but still firm. Drain, transfer to a dish, and sprinkle the lemon juice on top.
- Heat a wide 3-quart saucepan of water over medium heat and add a pinch of salt. Poach the eggs.
- Place the English muffins on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Top each muffins half with 3 asparagus spears and 2 slices of Brie. Bake for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
- Top each muffins half with a poached egg and 1 tablespoon of the Hollandaise sauce and season with a pinch each of salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
MUSHROOM & SPINACH EGGS BENEDICT
There are so many ways to experiment with eggs Benedict, and this is my favorite version. The earthy flavors of mushroom and spinach blend beautifully in this new twist on an old classic. -Elizabeth Dumont, Madison, Mississippi
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook pancetta over medium heat until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels., In same skillet, melt butter. Add mushrooms and shallots. Cook and stir over medium heat until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in balsamic vinegar. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is almost evaporated. Add spinach, pepper and salt; cook until spinach is wilted., Place 2-3 in. water in a large skillet with high sides; add vinegar. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer gently. Working in batches, break cold eggs, one at a time, into a custard cup or saucer; holding the cup close to the surface of the water, slip each egg into water., Cook, uncovered, until whites are completely set and yolks are still soft, about 4 minutes., In a double boiler or metal bowl over simmering water, constantly whisk egg yolks, water and lemon juice until mixture reaches 160° or is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. Reduce heat to low. Very slowly drizzle in warm melted butter, whisking constantly. Whisk in salt and pepper., With a slotted spoon, lift eggs out of water. On each muffin half, layer pancetta, mushroom mixture and an egg; spoon sauce over top. Sprinkle with chives. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 817 calories, Fat 62g fat (31g saturated fat), Cholesterol 652mg cholesterol, Sodium 1675mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 31g protein.
ASPARAGUS WITH MUSHROOMS
This side dish is not fussy, but looks and tastes special. People say it's delicious.-Betty Jean Nichols, Eugene, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute asparagus and ginger in oil for 2-3 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender. Add the mushrooms, salt, sugar and pepper. Cook and stir 2-3 minutes longer or until mushrooms are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 92 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 599mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
MUSHROOM EGGS BENEDICT
Shine a light on the earthy flavour of mushrooms with this eggs benedict. Brilliant for brunch, it's great with seasonal mushrooms, such as porcini and ceps
Provided by Esther Clark
Categories Breakfast, Brunch
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat the oil and butter in a frying pan over a medium heat until foaming, then fry the mushrooms for 10 mins until just golden brown. Add the garlic and spinach and fry for 5 mins more, then season with salt and black pepper and set aside.
- To make the hollandaise, tip the vinegar, peppercorns, bay leaf and 40ml water into a small pan. Simmer over a low heat until the liquid has reduced by two-thirds. Remove from the heat and set aside.
- Fill a large pan a third full with water and bring to a gentle simmer. Whisk the egg yolks with 1 tbsp of the vinegar mixture in a heatproof bowl for 3-5 mins until just aerated. Set the bowl over the simmering water and slowly drizzle in the melted butter, whisking until all the butter has been incorporated and the mixture has emulsified. Remove from the heat and taste for seasoning. Add a little more of the vinegar mixture or salt and pepper, if you like.
- Bring a pan of lightly salted water to the boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Wipe a little vinegar around a small ramekin using kitchen paper, then crack in one of the whole eggs. Swirl the simmering water using a wooden spoon and wait for the vortex to begin to subside. When it does, gently tip the egg into the middle and cook for 3 mins. Scoop out onto a plate using a slotted spoon, then repeat with the remaining eggs. Reheat the mushrooms over a low heat, then pile these on top of the toast. Top with the poached eggs, hollandaise and chives or tarragon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 648 calories, Fat 47 grams fat, SaturatedFat 22 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 26 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 27 grams protein, Sodium 1.2 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all the ingredients and equipment you need. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling (pun intended) in the kitchen.
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your eggs Benedict will taste. Look for bright, crisp asparagus, firm mushrooms, and farm-fresh eggs.
- Cook the asparagus and mushrooms properly: Asparagus should be tender but still slightly crisp, while mushrooms should be sautéed until they are golden brown and fragrant.
- Poach the eggs perfectly: The key to a successful eggs Benedict is perfectly poached eggs. Use a shallow saucepan with simmering water and gently slide your eggs into the water. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the whites are set and the yolks are still runny.
- Make a flavorful hollandaise sauce: Hollandaise sauce is the classic accompaniment to eggs Benedict. Make sure to use clarified butter and whisk the sauce over low heat to prevent it from curdling.
- Assemble the eggs Benedict carefully: Place the toasted English muffins on a plate, top with the asparagus, mushrooms, and poached eggs. Then, spoon the hollandaise sauce over the eggs and garnish with chives or paprika.
Conclusion:
Eggs Benedict is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With a little planning and care, you can easily make this classic dish at home. So next time you're looking for a special brunch or breakfast recipe, give eggs Benedict a try. You won't be disappointed!
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