Description
Enjoy a decadent breakfast twist with this Breakfast Poutine featuring crispy baked hash browns, savory bacon, melted cheeses, rich gravy, and a luscious homemade hollandaise sauce. A perfect blend of textures and flavors to start your day indulgently.
Ingredients
Scale
Hash Browns
- 1 bag Frozen Hash Browns (Homemade is a delightful alternative)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (Can substitute with vegetable oil)
Eggs & Bacon
- 4 large Eggs (Poached for creaminess)
- 4 slices Bacon (Can substitute with turkey bacon or chicken sausage)
Cheeses
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese (Can try Monterey Jack or pepper jack)
- 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese (Feta can be used for a tangier twist)
Hollandaise Sauce
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (Melted but not browned)
- 3 large Egg Yolks (Whisk gently to avoid scrambling)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard (Yellow mustard works as a simple substitute)
- 1 tablespoon White Wine Vinegar (Can swap with lemon juice)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice (Fresh lemon juice is best)
- To taste Salt and Black Pepper (Adjust according to your taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper (Omit for milder sauce)
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder (Fresh minced garlic can enhance flavor)
Others
- 1 cup Prepared Gravy (Experiment with béchamel or mushroom sauce)
Instructions
- Bake Hash Browns: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the frozen hash browns evenly on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes, until they are golden and crispy on the outside.
- Cook Bacon: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon slices and cook until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Remove from the skillet and crumble into bite-sized pieces.
- Poach Eggs: In a pot, bring water to a simmer and add a splash of white wine vinegar. Gently lower the eggs into the simmering water and poach for 3-4 minutes until the whites are fully set but the yolks remain runny. Remove carefully and set aside.
- Prepare Hollandaise Sauce: Using a double boiler, whisk the egg yolks, Dijon mustard, and white wine vinegar together gently. Slowly drizzle in the melted unsalted butter while continuously whisking until the sauce thickens. Stir in lemon juice, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and season to taste with salt and black pepper.
- Assemble the Poutine: On individual plates, layer the baked hash browns. Top generously with poached eggs, sprinkle with cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, and pour a hearty drizzle of prepared gravy over the top. Spoon warm hollandaise sauce over everything and sprinkle the crispy bacon pieces to finish.
Notes
- You can substitute turkey bacon or chicken sausage for a leaner protein option.
- Homemade hash browns can be used instead of frozen for a fresher taste.
- If you prefer a milder hollandaise sauce, omit the cayenne pepper.
- Fresh minced garlic can be used instead of garlic powder for stronger flavor in the hollandaise.
- Try béchamel or mushroom sauce as an alternative to prepared gravy for a unique twist.
- To ensure perfect poached eggs, use very fresh eggs and simmer water gently without boiling.
