Artichoke Eggs Benedict
- 8 each artichokes bottoms, rinsed, 14 ounce canned
- 4 teaspoons olive oil, extra-virgin divided
- 3 teaspoons oregano fresh, chopped, divided
- 1/4 cup pancetta sliced and chopped into small pieces
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, fat free
- 2 tablespoons yogurt, non-fat plain
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon water
- 6 large eggs
- 4 large egg whites
- 4 each oregano sprigs fresh, for garnish
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese (reduced-fat)
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- Toss artichoke bottoms with 2 teaspoons olive oil and 2 teaspoons oregano.
- Place them top-side down on half of a large baking sheet.
- Feel free to give them a little push to flatten slightly and open the leaves up a bit depending on the size of your artichokes.
- Spread pancetta in an even layer on the other half of the baking sheet.
- Roast until the artichokes are just beginning to brown and the pancetta is crispy, 10 to 12 minutes.
- Meanwhile, whisk mayonnaise, yogurt, lemon juice and water in a small bowl until smooth.
- Beat eggs and egg whites in a large bowl.
- Heat the remaining 2 teaspoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the eggs and cook, folding and stirring frequently with a heatproof rubber spatula until almost set, about 2 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and fold in cream cheese, the remaining chopped oregano and salt.
- To serve, divide the artichoke bottoms among 4 plates.
- Top each the artichokes with equal portions scrambled egg, crispy pancetta and creamy lemon sauce.
- Garnish with oregano sprigs, and serve.
artichokes bottoms, olive oil, oregano, mayonnaise, yogurt, lemon juice, water, eggs, egg whites, oregano sprigs fresh, salt, cream cheese
Taken from recipeland.com/recipe/v/artichoke-eggs-benedict-51304 (may not work)