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Bacon-Wrapped Eggs with Polenta Recipe

Bacon-Wrapped Eggs with Polenta Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

2 tbsp (1/4 stick) butter
1/4 cup minced green onions
3 cups water
1 tsp salt
1 cup polenta ( coarse cornmeal)
1/2 cup (packed) grated parmesan cheese
1 tbsp minced fresh thyme
20 thick slices applewood-smoked bacon
6 oz extra-sharp white cheddar cheese, grated
6 oz gruyere cheese, grated
8 large eggs
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
1 tsp minced fresh thyme

Directions:

For polenta: Melt butter in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Add green onions and stir until wilted, about 1 minute. Add 3 cups water and salt; bring to boil. Gradually whisk in polenta. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until thick and creamy, stirring occasionally, about 13 minutes. Stir in cheese and thyme. Season with salt and pepper. Cool to lukewarm. (Can be prepared 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate; polenta will become firm.)
For baked eggs: Heat large skillet over medium heat. Add bacon; fry until beginning to brown but still pliable, about 4 minutes. Transfer bacon to paper towels to drain. Cool slightly. Reserve 2 tablespoons bacon drippings for Spring Greens with Sherry Vinaigrette.
Line sides of eight 1 1/4-cup custard cups with 2 slices bacon each, forming collar. Place 1/2 slice bacon on bottom of each cup. Divide polenta among cups, about generous 1/3 cup each. Press polenta over bottom and up sides of bacon. Mix cheeses in bowl. Sprinkle 1/4 cup cheese mixture over polenta in each cup. (Can be prepared 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.)
Preheat oven to 400°F. Crack 1 egg into center of each cup. Sprinkle eggs with remaining cheese, green onions, thyme, and black pepper. Transfer cups to rimmed baking sheet. Bake until egg whites are almost set, about 20 minutes. Let eggs stand at room temperature 5 minutes (eggs will continue to cook).
Run small sharp knife around edge of cups; tilt cups and slide bacon, polenta, and egg onto plates and serve.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	447.38 Kcal (1873 kJ)
Calories from fat	343.62 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	38.18g	59%
Cholesterol	280.97mg	94%
Sodium	525.75mg	22%
Potassium	122.07mg	3%
Total Carbs	10.75g	4%
Sugars	0.22g	1%
Dietary Fiber	1.03g	4%
Protein	16.67g	33%
Vitamin C	1.2mg	2%
Vitamin A	1.1mg	36%
Iron	1.1mg	6%
Calcium	349.6mg	35%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	182.74 Kcal (765 kJ)
Calories from fat	140.36 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	15.6g	59%
Cholesterol	114.77mg	94%
Sodium	214.75mg	22%
Potassium	49.86mg	3%
Total Carbs	4.39g	4%
Sugars	0.09g	1%
Dietary Fiber	0.42g	4%
Protein	6.81g	33%
Vitamin C	0.5mg	2%
Vitamin A	0.4mg	36%
Iron	0.5mg	6%
Calcium	142.8mg	35%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

salty
savory
bitter
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