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Griddled Croissants with Macerated Strawberries(recipes)
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Lewis, Meriwether (oh) and California Croissants (recipes)


Lewis, Meriwether (oh)



-see also Lewis and Clark

California Croissants (recipes)


California Croissant

Yield: Makes 4 servings



Ingredients:



1teaspoon vinegar*

4eggs

2croissants, halved and toasted

4slices tomato

1/2avocado, sliced crosswise

8slices crisp-cooked bacon

Mornay Sauce (recipe follows)

Chopped chives and sprouts









Preparation:





1.Fill wide saucepan or deep skillet with about 1-1/2 inches water. Add vinegar. Bring to a simmer. Break 1 egg into shallow cup or saucer. Gently slide egg into simmering water. Repeat with remaining eggs.2.Cook eggs 3 to 4 minutes or until set. Carefully remove eggs with slotted spoon; drain on paper towels.3.Place croissant half on each plate. Layer tomato, avocado and bacon on croissant. Top with poached eggs. Divide Mornay Sauce equally among croissants. Garnish with chives and sprouts.







Mornay Sauce

Yield: Makes about 1-3/4 cups



Ingredients:



2tablespoons butter or margarine

2tablespoons all-purpose flour

1-1/2cups milk

1/4cup (1 ounce) shredded Cheddar cheese

2tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

1/2teaspoon Dijon-style mustard

1/4teaspoon salt

1/8teaspoon white pepper









Preparation:





1.Melt butter in medium saucepan over medium heat. Add flour; stir until bubbly.2.Gradually stir in milk. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil. Continue Cooking until thickened.3.Stir in cheeses, mustard, salt and pepper. Remove from heat and continue stirring until cheese melts.