Poached Eggs With Mushrooms and Tomatoes

JanuaryBride's Note:

Recipe from Real Simple Magazine, Feb 2010. Great fast vegetarian entree! Next time I am going to throw some spinach in with them mushrooms to boost the green factor :)

• Total Time: 30 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 2 teaspoons white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 2 medium tomatoes , each sliced into 4 rounds
• kosher salt and black pepper
• 1 lb assorted mushroom , sliced
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leave
• 8 large eggs
• 4 slices country bread , toasted
• 1 ounce parmesan cheese , shaved
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

Directions:

1. Fill a large, deep skillet with 3 inches of water. Add the vinegar and bring to a bare simmer.
2. Meanwhile, heat 1 teaspoon of the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Season the tomatoes with ¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper and cook until just tender, 1 to 2 minutes per side; transfer to a plate.
3. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the skillet and heat over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms, thyme, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper and cook, tossing occasionally, until golden brown and tender, 6 to 7 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, poach the eggs in 2 batches: Crack each of 4 eggs into separate custard cups, then, one at a time, slide gently into the water in the deep skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes for slightly runny yolks and remove with a slotted spoon. Repeat with the remaining 4 eggs.
5. Top the bread with the tomatoes, mushrooms, eggs, and Parmesan. Season with ¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper and sprinkle with the chives.

Reviews

[Starrynews]

Fabulous! This is quick and easy to put together, and the presentation and flavor makes it ideal to serve for guests. I used portabella mushrooms and fresh tomatoes from the garden. Wonderful. Thanks for sharing! Veg*n Swap 25