Poached Eggs With Asparagus And Lemon Butter Recipe

Name: Poached Eggs With Asparagus And Lemon Butter
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter, softened; 1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley; 1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon or 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest; 1/8 teaspoon salt, divided; 16 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed; 1 tablespoon white vinegar; 4 large eggs; 2 English muffins, split and toasted; Dash pepper

Servings: persons

1/4 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon or 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/8 teaspoon salt, divided
16 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
1 tablespoon white vinegar
4 large eggs
2 English muffins, split and toasted
Dash pepper

1
In a small bowl, combine butter, parsley, tarragon, lemon juice and zest and a dash of salt; chill until serving.
2
In a large saucepan, place steamer basket over 1 in. of water. Place asparagus in basket. Bring water to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer; steam, covered, 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender.
3
Meanwhile, place 2-3 in. of water in a large skillet with high sides; add vinegar. Bring to a boil; adjust heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Break cold eggs, one at a time, into a custard cup or saucer; holding cup close to surface of water, slip eggs into water.
4
Cook, uncovered, 3-5 minutes or until whites are completely set and yolks begin to thicken but are not hard. Using a slotted spoon, lift eggs out of water.
5
Spread 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon butter over each English muffin half; top with 4 asparagus spears, 1 egg and another 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon butter. Sprinkle with pepper and remaining salt.

335

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup butter, softened, 1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley, 1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon or 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Poached Eggs With Asparagus And Lemon Butter falls under the Vegetarian 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.

Poached Eggs With Asparagus And Lemon Butter

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