Asparagus & poached eggs with Parmesan shavings and truffle oil.

Asparagus & poached eggs with Parmesan shavings and truffle oil.

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Make the most of the amazing British Asparagus season while it’s here with this simple recipe. Serve as an indulgent breakfast, light lunch or starter. After all that chocolate this light and healthy meal could be just what you need.

Simply Food by Mandy

The recipe

Asparagus & poached eggs with Parmesan shavings and truffle oil.

Ingredients

Ingredients per person

Method

  1. 3-4 inches of water to slow gentle simmer. Crack an egg into a small cup then into the simmering water with a quick movement. Leave for 3 minutes, then carefully remove using a slotted spoon. Carefully drained on kitchen towel.

Tips:-

Use the freshest eggs you can.

2 minutes 40 seconds for small eggs.

3 minutes for medium - large eggs.

Bring the water to the boil then turn down to a gentle simmer.

Don’t over crowd the pan, it’s better to make them in batches.

Asparagus

Steam or boil for 2 minutes.

Assemble as you like, drizzle with Truffle oil and season with Salt & Pepper

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