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Poached Eggs and Asparagus

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"This is a family recipe my mother made for me growing up. My grandfather had several acres of asparagus on his farm, and this was something they served during the spring and fall whenever asparagus was plentiful. This recipe is also good served with warm breakfast ham or canadian bacon. You can just put in on before the egg. Top this masterpiece with another slice of toast to make a sandwich and eat it on the go. " — duchessmellie

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Original recipe makes 4 servings Change Servings

4 eggs
1 cube chicken bouillon (optional)
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
4 slices whole wheat bread

4 slices Cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon butter
salt and pepper to taste

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Directions

Fill a saucepan half way full of water. Bring to a boil and stir in the bouillon cube until dissolved. Crack one egg into a measuring cup or large spoon and gently slip it into the boiling water. Repeat with remaining eggs. Simmer for about 5 minutes over medium heat. Remove with a slotted spoon and keep warm
Meanwhile, Place the asparagus into a saucepan and fill with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook until asparagus is tender, about 4 minutes. Drain.
Toast the bread to your desired darkness. Spread butter onto each piece of toast. Top with a slice of cheese, then a poached egg and finally, asparagus. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jan 20, 2011

This was delicious! I quickly sauteed my asparagus. and I had no bouillon so I added a splash of chicken stock to the water (didn't really notice any difference in flavor from a regular poached egg, though). I also used pepperjack cheese. Very tasty and satisfying breakfast.

—Christine M

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Sep 24, 2010

Tasted good and was easy to make quickly. Felt like something was missing tho.

—Inotiwin

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15 Ratings

Mar 30, 2011

While I use a different poaching method, this is my idea of a top-notch breakfast -- there is nothing else like oozy egg yolk combined with creamy cheese, crunchy toast and crisp tender asparagus.... heaven on a plate. When fresh asparagus is in season, I often enjoy this for lunch or dinner as well... yes, it's that sublime.

—Nicolette

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Feb 20, 2009

this was sooo much better than it sounded!! my sweety doesn't care for asparagus so he wilted spinach for under the eggs and used a plain yogurt with chives as a dressing over a toasted pumpernickel with the wilted spinach that was wilted in olive oil, volcanic sea salt from hawaii & a touch of fresh minced garlic! absolutely delicious!!

—floridatreasure1983

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Apr 07, 2008

This recipe is easy. I thought it needed something additional though so I made Hollandaise sauce to put on top.

—Jenny

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May 11, 2010

i only made the egg part... it was amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

—Jess Apruzzese

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Mar 30, 2011

Delicious. I used sesame crackers instead of bread (watching my carbs), and a combination of chedder and shredded parmesan. Also, I cooked the eggs a little bit longer so that the egg yolk turned hard, and I could thus easily eat just the egg whites. Didn't have boullion, so I seasoned the water with salt, pepper and garlic powder.

—Cherie

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Feb 24, 2011

Yummy! I also made hollandaise sauce and poured it on top.

—snowfoxx

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Nutrition

Calories
306 kcal
15%

Carbohydrates
17.2 g
6%

Cholesterol
249 mg
83%

Fat
18.4 g
28%

Fiber
4.3 g
17%

Protein
19.7 g
39%

Sodium
788 mg
32%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Poached Eggs and Asparagus

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 306
Calories from Fat: 165

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18.4g 28 %
Saturated Fat 9.6g 48 %
Cholesterol 249mg 83 %
Sodium 788mg 32 %
Potassium 400mg 11 %
Total Carbohydrates 17.2g 6 %
Dietary Fiber 4.3g 17 %
Protein 19.7g 39 %
Sugars 4.2g
Vitamin A 30 %
Vitamin C 11 %
Calcium 36 %
Iron 43 %
Thiamin 30 %
Niacin 48 %
Vitamin B6 16 %
Magnesium 19 %
Folate 57 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.