larger,
you’ll probably want to add some extra butter. Break and slip the eggs
into the pan, and immediately turn the heat down to low. The eggs should cook
slowly until the whites are completely set and the yolks begin to thicken but
are not hard. For sunny side up, spoon the butter over the eggs to baste. For
over easy or over hard, gently flip the eggs with a pancake turner to cook the
second side. It’s that quick – and couldn’t be easier.
Don’t make the mistake of limiting eggs –
perennial breakfast favorite – to only the morning meal. Inexpensive and
delicious, they’re the perfect finishing touch to everything from soup
to stir-fry. Today’s schedules require simple strategies to feed your family
with minimum stress and fuss. With an egg and just a few other basic ingredients,
you can create all kinds of mouthwatering meals. So when you’re thinking
quick, easy, and satisfying – any time of day – think eggs.
If
eggs benedict are on your list of favorites, you’ll love this streamlined
version. Pop the English muffin and Canadian bacon into the broiler while cooking
the asparagus to crisp tenderness and heating the sauce. Don’t be afraid
to substitute another vegetable for the asparagus. Mushrooms or broccoli would
be equally delicious. As for the sauce, there’s a wide variety available
– from Alfredo to chile con queso. Then tie the whole dish together with
an egg that’s fried eggsactly your way. It gives the dish a serving of
high-quality protein for comfort food at its best.
4
eggs
4 slices Canadian bacon, broiled or pan-fried
2 English muffins, split and toasted
16 stalks cooked asparagus, cut into 3-inch
pieces, or 1 package (10 oz.) frozen cut-up
asparagus, cooked and drained
1/2 to 1 cup reduced fat Alfredo pasta sauce
or
other cheese sauce, warmed
dried parsley, optional
Evenly
coat a 12-inch nonstick skillet with cooking spray and heat until just hot enough
to sizzle a drop of water. Break and slip each egg individually into pan. Immediately
reduce heat to low. Cook slowly until whites are completely set and yolks begin
to thicken, but are not hard. Turn eggs to cook second sides. Place one slice
of bacon on each muffin half. Top each with 4 stalks of asparagus. Place one
egg on each muffin half. Top each with two tablespoons
of
cheese sauce. Sprinkle with parsley, if desired. Serve immediately.
Think
huge, steaming baked potato overstuffed with vegetables and topped with a perfectly
fried egg. What could possibly be more appealing after a long day? With a microwave
and a few simple ingredients,
