asparagus with poached egg

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21 Pinches
Kent, WA
Updated on Jun 4, 2011

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yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound asparagus,trimmed and peeled
  • 4 large eggs
  • - extra-virgin olive oil,for drizzling
  • 1 ounce parmesan cheese,thinly shaved
  • - fine sea salt
  • - freshly ground pepper

How To Make asparagus with poached egg

  • Step 1
    Fill a pot with 2 inches of water and insert a steamer basket. Bring water to a boil. Add asparagus and steam until tender,2 to 6 minutes.
  • Step 2
    Fill a large saucepan with 4 inches of water and bring to a boil.Reduce heat to medium.When water is barely simmering,break 1 egg into a small heatproof bowl.
  • Step 3
    Gently tip bowl,sliding the egg carefully into water.Repeat with remaining eggs.Cook until whites are set but yolks are soft,2 to 3 minutes.
  • Step 4
    Using a slotted spoon,transfer eggs to paper towels,drain briefly.
  • Step 5
    Divide asparagus among 4 plates,and top each with an egg.Drizzle with oil,sprinkle with Parmesan,and season with salt and pepper.

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