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Breakfast Poutine with Crispy Hash Browns, Eggs, Cheddar, and Hollandaise Sauce Recipe

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A decadent and savory Breakfast Poutine featuring crispy baked hash browns, crispy bacon, melted cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, topped with warm gravy and a luscious homemade hollandaise sauce. This dish combines classic Canadian comfort food with a rich breakfast twist, perfect for an indulgent brunch or weekend treat.

Ingredients

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Hash Browns and Toppings

  • 4 cups Frozen Hash Browns (homemade hash browns can be used for extra flavor)
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (can be swapped for another cooking oil)
  • 1 teaspoon Salt (adjust to your liking)
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper (personalize based on heat preference)
  • 6 slices Bacon (consider turkey bacon or chicken sausage as alternatives)
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded (substitute with Monterey Jack or gouda)
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese, shredded (other melting cheeses can be used)
  • 1 cup Gravy (homemade or store-bought works well)

Eggs

  • 4 large Eggs (can be poached or scrambled)
  • 1 tablespoon Butter (for cooking eggs)

Hollandaise Sauce

  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (salted butter is okay, adjust salt as needed)
  • 3 large Egg Yolks (non-dairy substitutes can replace them)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard (experiment with other mustards)
  • 1 tablespoon White Wine Vinegar (lemon juice can serve as a substitute)
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice (fresh juice yields the best results)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper (optional for heat)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Garlic Powder (fresh garlic can be used)

Instructions

  1. Bake Hash Browns: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread frozen hash browns evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle olive oil over the hash browns and season with salt and black pepper. Bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through until crispy and golden brown.
  2. Cook Bacon: While the hash browns are baking, heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Once hot, add chopped bacon and cook for 6–8 minutes until crispy. Remove the bacon, crumble into pieces, and set aside.
  3. Cook Eggs: In the same skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Crack in the eggs and cook to your preference (about 3–4 minutes for sunny-side up). Season with salt and pepper. Remove and keep warm.
  4. Prepare Hollandaise Sauce: Set up a double boiler. In a bowl, whisk egg yolks, Dijon mustard, and vinegar together for 2 minutes until well combined. Slowly drizzle in the melted unsalted butter while continuously whisking until the sauce is creamy and emulsified. Stir in lemon juice, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder for added flavor.
  5. Assemble the Breakfast Poutine: Layer the crispy hash browns on a serving plate. Top with cooked eggs and sprinkle shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses evenly over them. Drizzle warm gravy over the entire dish.
  6. Add Hollandaise Sauce and Bacon: Generously spoon the warm hollandaise sauce over the poutine. Finally, sprinkle the crumbled crispy bacon on top. Serve immediately while hot for the best experience.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, use homemade hash browns instead of frozen.
  • You can substitute bacon with turkey bacon or chicken sausage for a leaner option.
  • Adjust the seasoning of salt and pepper according to your taste preference.
  • Fresh lemon juice yields the best flavor in the hollandaise sauce but lemon juice from a bottle can also be used.
  • Be careful when whisking the hollandaise sauce to avoid scrambling the eggs; maintain gentle heat with the double boiler.
  • Serve the dish immediately as it is best enjoyed hot and fresh.

Keywords: breakfast poutine, hollandaise sauce, hash browns, bacon, brunch recipe, Canadian comfort food, cheesy breakfast

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