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Recipe of
the Month
August 2008
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Eier Benedict

(Makes 4 Servings)
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4 slices (1 oz. each) Black Forest or other ham, cut in half
2 large slices rye bread, toasted and cut in half
2 teaspoons prepared stone-ground mustard
1/2 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup creamy Alfredo or other white pasta sauce
4 eggs
Shredded red cabbage, optional
Sliced nectarine, optional
Sprig of parsley, optional
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Place two halves of ham on each half-slice of bread. In small saucepan, stir together
mustard, cheese, and sauce. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until thoroughly
heated. Set aside and keep warm.
In 12-inch skillet, bring 2 to 3 inches of water to boiling. Reduce heat to keep
water gently simmering. Break cold eggs, 1 at a time, into custard cup or saucer.
Holding dish close to water’s surface, slip eggs 1 by 1 into water. Cook until whites
are completely set and yolks begin to thicken but are not hard, about 3 to 5 minutes.
With slotted spoon, lift out eggs. Drain in spoon or on paper towels. Trim any
rough edges, if desired. Place eggs on ham. Spoon about 2 tablespoons sauce over
each egg. Garnish with red cabbage, nectarine, and parsley if desired. Serve immediately.
NUTRITION INFORMATION PER SERVING OF 1/4 RECIPE USING BLACK
FOREST HAM AND ALFREDO SAUCE: 274 calories, 16g total fat,
267mg cholesterol, 13g carbohydrate, 831mg sodium, 18g protein
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