Poached Eggs with Roasted Asparagus, Prosciutto, and Chive Oil

Poached Eggs with Roasted Asparagus, Prosciutto, and Chive Oil
Poached Eggs with Roasted Asparagus, Prosciutto, and Chive Oil is a gluten free, dairy free, and primal morn meal. This recipe covers 17% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. One portion of this dish contains approximately 11g of protein, 17g of fat, and a total of 218 calories. This recipe serves 6. It will be a hit at your Easter event. Head to the store and pick up olive oil, eggs, lemon juice, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 45 minutes.

Instructions

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Blend extra-virgin olive oil, chives, and lemon juice in blender or processor until smooth. Stir in grated lemon peel. Season to taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD Chive oil can be made 3 hours ahead. Cover and chill. Return to room temperature before using.
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Salt And PepperSalt And Pepper
Lemon JuiceLemon Juice
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ChivesChives
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Fill 2 large bowls with ice water and ice; set aside.
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3
Pour enough water into each of 2 large skillets to reach depth of 1 inch. Bring water to slow simmer over medium heat.
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Add 3 tablespoons vinegar to each skillet. Carefully crack each egg into individual ramekins. Gently slide 1 egg at a time into simmering water, working in batches of 3 eggs for each skillet. Cook until whites are just set, about 3 minutes. Using slotted spoon, very gently transfer eggs to bowls with ice water, being careful not to break eggs. DO AHEAD Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate eggs in bowls of ice water.
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Preheat broiler.
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Spread asparagus in single layer on rimmed baking sheet.
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Drizzle with 3 tablespoons olive oil; turn asparagus to coat.
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Olive OilOlive Oil
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Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Broil asparagus 6 minutes. Turn asparagus over and continue to broil until crisp-tender and beginning to brown, about 6 minutes longer. Divide asparagus among 6 plates and drape prosciutto slices over.
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Pour enough water into each of 2 large skillets to reach depth of 1 inch; bring to simmer. Using slotted spoon, transfer eggs to skillets; cook 1 minute for soft yolks. Using slotted spoon, place 1 or 2 eggs atop each serving of asparagus and prosciutto.
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Drizzle chive oil over and around each serving. Pass remaining chive oil separately.
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DifficultyHard
Ready In45 m.
Servings6
Health Score11
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