A couple of weeks ago, my sister came over with her CSA box. Among the romaine and rhubarb was a bunch of perfectly tender asparagus. When she asked how we should cook the thin spears, I replied, "like Martha Stewart prepares hers: roasted and topped with a poached egg." Since that day, we've both enjoyed this simple yet sophisticated vegetarian meal many times. It's quite versatile — if you have other veggies like mushrooms or green beans on hand, roast them with the asparagus. For a heartier variation, plate the asparagus on top of toasted country bread. To appease meat eaters, sprinkle with salty pancetta. Whichever way you serve it, you'll need the basic recipe, so read more
After the overindulgence of Christmas, give your body a break and eat a salad for dinner. This hearty vegetarian recipe features greens topped with crusty bread and an oozing poached egg.
Sautéed leeks and red grapes are tossed with cider vinegar to make a tangy dressing. To check out the recipe, read more
Learn a different way to poach an egg. I've heard of this simple method before and think it's about time I tried it. — Delicious Days
I have a weakness for runny poached eggs. Especially when they're on top toasted bread and crispy bacon. Throw in some fresh shaved parmesan and I am in heaven. This breakfast crostini is a gourmet version of the classic egg sandwich. — Eggs On Sunday
Easter is this Sunday and you know what that means, everyone is scrambling around prepping for family brunches, lunches, and dinners. This week I'm helping you (check out the Easter egg invitations I made yesterday) plan the perfect springtime celebration with not one, but two fabulous menus! If you're like me and can't decide wether you want to host a brunch or a dinner (both are quintessentially Easter) take a look at each of my menus and choose the one you like better. Let's start this morning with the brunch menu. Don't go crazy with too many hard-to-make breakfast foods like personalized omelets. Keep it simple with make-the-night-before dishes such as poached egg brioche and maple glazed bacon (the bacon can cook in the oven while you shower). For the recipes, read more
