Easy Ham Bread Benedict
Recipe from
Smithfield
A twist on the classical Eggs Benedict utilizing your leftover ham. Perfect for brunch.

Servings:
6
Total Time:
1 hr
Ingredients
Bread:
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1 1/2 cupsSmithfield Ham, grated (any ham will work except Smithfield Country Ham, which is too salty)see savings

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1 1/2 cupsall purpose floursee savings

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3large eggssee savings

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1/2 cupmilksee savings

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1/2 cupcanola oilsee savings

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3/4 cupGruyere cheese, grated (substitute Swiss cheese)see savings

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1 packageactive dry yeastsee savings

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1/4 teaspoonsaltsee savings

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pinch of black peppersee savings

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1/4 teaspoonchipotle chili peppersee savings

Eggs:
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6eggssee savings

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1 tablespoonwhite vinegarsee savings

Blender Hollandaise:
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2egg yolkssee savings

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1lemon, juicedsee savings

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2 shakeshot saucesee savings

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1/2 cupunsalted butter, 1 sticksee savings

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1/2 teaspoonkosher saltsee savings

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Flat leaf parsley for garnishsee savings

Directions
1.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a medium bowl, mix thoroughly the flour, eggs, milk, oil, salt, and peppers. Fold in the ham and cheese. Sprinkle the yeast over the top and mix well. Pour into a prepared 4x10-inch loaf pan. Bake until golden, about 1 hour. (Note: This is a dense bread without much of a rise).Pour off any oil that may have oozed out during baking. When cooled, cut into 3/4-inch slices and toast in the oven.
Blender Hollandaise:
Put egg yolks, lemon juice, hot sauce, and salt in a blender and pulse to combine. Put the butter in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave until melted. With the blender running, gradually add the melted butter into the egg mixture until smooth and frothy. If the sauce is too thick add a teaspoon of warm water to loosen up.
Eggs:
Fill a large skillet with water half up the sides. Add vinegar and bring to a low simmer. Break eggs into the water to poach. Remove the poached eggs with a slotted spoon just when the whites are cooked through, but yolks are still runny (approximately 3-4 minutes).
To Assemble:
Place one piece of toasted ham bread on a plate. Place one of the poached eggs atop the ham toast and pour over a generous helping of hollandaise. Garnish with a sprig of flat leaf parsley.
Serving Suggestions
Bread can be made the day before and toasted when ready to assemble.
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