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Photography by Colin Faulker
Food Styling by Sue Henderson
Proper Styling by Jane Hardin

First published in Wish November 2004

Tips, facts, and how-to

Tip: Make your own Béarnaise or buy a quality package mix.

How to Poach an Egg
1. Fill a medium saucepan half full with water.
2. Add 1 tablespoon of white vinegar and 1 tablespoon of salt. Bring the water to a gentle simmer.
3. Crack 2 eggs into a small bowl, making sure the yolks remain whole.
4. Using a spoon, swirl the simmering water and gently slip eggs in, holding the bowl as close to the water as possible.
5. Cook for 3 minutes for a delicate, runny yolk and tender white.
6. Remove eggs from the water using a slotted spoon.
7. Tap the spoon on a tea towel to absorb the excess water and serve.
8. Repeat process with as many eggs as you and your guests can eat.

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Poached Eggs & Smoked Salmon Croissant

True indulgence for a lazy morning.

Ingredients (Makes 4 servings)

4 croissants
8 poached eggs
4 slices smoked salmon
1 cup Béarnaise Sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 200 F.
  2. Slice croissants in half horizontally. Place cut side down on a baking sheet and warm in oven for 5 minutes.
  3. Place the bottom of each croissant on a plate, and lay a piece of smoked salmon on top.
  4. Nestle 2 poached eggs on top of salmon.
  5. Spoon a generous amount of Béarnaise sauce over the eggs and top with the remaining croissant half.

Nutritional information

Nutrients per serving: 563 calories, 22 g protein, 37 g fat, 28 g carbs, 2 g fibre. Excellent source of vitamin A and B12.

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