ASPARAGUS EGGS BENEDICT

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This is a favorite springtime Sunday brunch item at our house. If I'm not in a time crunch, I will make a hollandaise sauce from scratch. -Mark Morgan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed and cut in half
1 envelope hollandaise sauce mix
6 large eggs
3 English muffins, split and toasted
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
Paprika

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.

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