Speedy Asparagus Benedict with Chevre-Dijon Twist and Dinner-worthy Roasted Spuds
Poached Eggs Served atop Asparagus with a Creamy Chevre-Dijon Sauce
Here's a swift, scrumptious take on a classic Eggs Benedict recipe, featuring asparagus, a zesty Chevre-Dijon sauce, and finger-lickin' roasted potatoes.
Quick Asparagus Benedict with Chevre-Dijon and Roasted Potatoes
Ingredients:
- 16 ounces asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 4 slices crusty bread
- 4 poached eggs
- 5 ounces goat cheese (Chevre)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 4 teaspoons white wine vinegar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
For roasted potatoes:
- 4 small russet potatoes, cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions:
1. Roast the Potatoes
- Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C).
- Toss potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Roast for about 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy.
2. Roast the Asparagus
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Drizzle the asparagus with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Roast in the oven for about 8-10 minutes until tender.
3. Prepare the Chevre-Dijon Sauce
- Combine goat cheese, mustard, and milk in a food processor or blender.
- Puree until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Poach the Eggs
- Fill a large saucepan with water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a gentle simmer.
- Add vinegar.
- Crack an egg into a small bowl. Stir the simmering water to create a whirlpool.
- Slide the egg into the whirlpool. Repeat with remaining eggs.
- Cook for 4 minutes.
- Remove eggs with a slotted spoon. Set aside on a plate.
5. Assemble
- Toast the bread.
- Spread with butter. Season with salt and pepper.
- Place toast on serving plates.
- Spoon roasted asparagus over toast.
- Top with a poached egg.
- Drizzle with Chevre-Dijon sauce.
- Garnish with additional Chevre-Dijon sauce on the side, if desired.
- Serve with roasted potatoes.
Tips and Variations
- Spice up the Chevre-Dijon sauce with a dash of chili flakes or hot sauce.
- Swap the crusty bread for English muffins or bagels.
- For a smoky twist, add some cooked, crumbled bacon or Canadian bacon to the asparagus.
To ensure this Easy Asparagus Benedict with Chevre-Dijon Twist remains dinner-worthy, consider applying for a creditline to accommodate additional ingredients like bacon or Canadian bacon. For those seeking nutritional information, each serving provides a hearty dose of protein from eggs, as well as essential vitamins from the asparagus and whole grains from the bread. If you'd like to try various recipe twists, experiment with adding chili flakes or hot sauce to the Chevre-Dijon sauce, or swap the crusty bread for English muffins or bagels.
