benedict eggs in pastry

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Prescott, AZ
Updated on May 30, 2014

If you love Eggs Benedict like I do, then you'll love this new twist on an old favorite. Inside these puffy golden bundles is an omelet-like filling of eggs, ham and lemony hollandaise sauce. Brought to you from Taste of Home.

Rate
prep time 30 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Bake
yield Serves 8

Ingredients

  • FOR THE EGGS
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 4 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
  • 1 cup butter, melted
  • 2 dashes cayenne pepper
  • 4 cups cubed fully cooked ham
  • 4 - green onions, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 12 large eggs
  • 4 tablespoons whole milk
  • 2 packages 17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • FOR THE EGG WASH
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • - minced fresh tarragon

How To Make benedict eggs in pastry

  • Step 1
    In a double boiler over simmering water or a small heavy saucepan, constantly whisk the egg yolks, lemon juice and mustard until mixture begins to thicken and reaches 160 degrees.
  • Step 2
    Reduce heat to low. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Grease a baking sheet.
  • Step 3
    Slowly drizzle in warm melted butter, whisking constantly.
  • Step 4
    Whisk in cayenne. Keep warm, stirring occasionally, until ready to use.
  • Step 5
    In a large skillet over medium heat, cook and stir ham and onions in butter until onions are tender.
  • Step 6
    In a large bowl, whisk eggs and milk.
  • Step 7
    Add egg mixture to the pan; cook and stir until set.
  • Step 8
    Remove from the heat; stir in 1/3 cup reserved hollandaise sauce. Set aside.
  • Step 9
    On a lightly floured surface, unfold puff pastry.
  • Step 10
    Roll each sheet into a 12-in. x 9-1/2-in. rectangle; cut each in half widthwise.
  • Step 11
    Place 1 cup egg mixture on half of each rectangle; sprinkle with cheese.
  • Step 12
    Beat egg and water; brush over pastry edges.
  • Step 13
    Bring an opposite corner of pastry over the egg mixture; pinch seams to seal.
  • Step 14
    With a small sharp knife, cut several slits in the top.
  • Step 15
    Transfer to a greased baking sheet; brush with remaining egg mixture.
  • Step 16
    Bake at 400 degrees for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Step 17
    Serve with remaining hollandaise sauce.
  • Step 18
    Sprinkle with tarragon.

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