Panera Eggs Benedict With Crab on Ciabatta Recipe

Name: Panera Eggs Benedict With Crab on Ciabatta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 loaves ciabatta, from panera (cut in half lengthwise and toasted); 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 12 ounces fresh crabmeat; 8 poached eggs; ½ cup of quick hollandaise sauce (recipe follows); 2 tablespoons finely chopped chives; 4 lemon wedges; 2 egg yolks; 2 tablespoons boiling water; 1 cup butter, melted and hot (2 sticks); 2 tablespoons lemon juice; salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1 teaspoon minced parsley, thyme (optional) or 1 teaspoon basil (optional)

Servings: persons

2 loaves ciabatta, from panera (cut in half lengthwise and toasted)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
12 ounces fresh crabmeat
8 poached eggs
½ cup of quick hollandaise sauce (recipe follows)
2 tablespoons finely chopped chives
4 lemon wedges
2 egg yolks
2 tablespoons boiling water
1 cup butter, melted and hot (2 sticks)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon minced parsley, thyme (optional) or 1 teaspoon basil (optional)

1
For the Quick Hollandaise Sauce, place egg yolks in the blender.
2
Blend at low speed until thoroughly mixed.
3
While the motor is running, slowly add the boiling water, followed by the hot butter.
4
The butter should be added very slowly in the thinnest stream possible.
5
When the butter is completely incorporated, add the lemon juice, salt and herbs if you're using them.
6
If the sauce is too thick, add a few drops of boiling water.
7
The sauce will hold as you poach the eggs and prepare the other ingredients.
8
Butter the toasted ciabatta to taste.
9
Spread 1/4 of the crabmeat over each half of the ciabatta loaf.
10
Gently place two poached eggs on top of the crabmeat.
11
Drizzle about 1 tablespoon of hollandaise sauce over each egg.
12
Sprinkle a teaspoon of chopped chives over the sauce and serve immediately.
13
A bowl of the remaining hollandaise sauce and fresh lemon wedges can accompany the meal.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 loaves ciabatta, from panera (cut in half lengthwise and toasted), 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 12 ounces fresh crabmeat, 8 poached eggs, and more.

Yes, Panera Eggs Benedict With Crab on Ciabatta falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Panera Eggs Benedict With Crab on Ciabatta

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