Brunch Eggs With Herbed Cheese Sauce Recipe

Craving Eggs Benedict but watching your cholesterol and fat intake? This recipe is a delicious and healthy alternative! Light, flavorful, and elegant, these herbed cheese sauce eggs are perfect for a weekend brunch. Serve with fresh fruit for a complete and satisfying meal. A healthier take on a classic brunch favorite!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 175.3 kcal
Protein 24g
Rating 4.9 (11 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Brunch Eggs With Herbed Cheese Sauce

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How to Make Brunch Eggs With Herbed Cheese Sauce

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  2. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of milk. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened.
  3. Reduce heat to low. Stir in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of cayenne pepper. Remove from heat and keep warm.
  4. In a nonstick 10-inch skillet, cook 4 slices of Canadian bacon over medium heat until browned on both sides. Remove and set aside.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together 1 cup egg substitute and 1/4 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Pour the egg mixture into the same skillet used for the bacon. Cook over medium-low heat, gently lifting the edges with a spatula to allow uncooked egg to flow underneath. Avoid constant stirring.
  7. Cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the eggs are set but still slightly moist.
  8. Place 1 slice of Canadian bacon on each of 4 English muffin halves.
  9. Top each with 1/4 of the egg mixture.
  10. Spoon 2 tablespoons of the cheese sauce over each egg.
  11. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of grated Parmesan cheese.
  12. Finish with a few grinds of fresh black pepper and freshly snipped chives.
  13. Serve immediately with fresh assorted fruit.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

18g

Carbs

5g