Eggs Clarine

Similar to Eggs Benedict but lower fat, with a provolone cheese sauce and served on wheat toast.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 4  eggs
• 4  cups water
• 2  tablespoons vinegar
• 4  slices  whole wheat bread, toasted
• 2  tablespoons flour
• 1  cup skim milk
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄3 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
• 1 1⁄2 ounces provolone cheese
• 2  ounces cooked ham, sliced

Directions

1. Place the water and vinegar into a shallow pan and bring to a simmer.
2. Gently add the eggs, 2 at a time to the water and simmer until done to liking, moving the eggs a bit to prevent sticking.
3. Remove the eggs with a slotted spoon and drain.
4. Shake the flour and milk together and either blend or continue shaking until well mixed.
5. Simmer the milk and flour, stirring, in a small sauce pan.
6. Add the cheese in small amount into the sauce and simmer and stir until thick and smooth.
7. Adjust salt and pepper as needed.
8. Toast the bread and serve with a slice of ham, a poached egg and cover with sauce.