Ingredients
12 slices pancetta2 tablespoons butter4 cups sliced assorted fresh mushrooms2 shallots, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup balsamic vinegar16 cups fresh spinach1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon white vinegar12 large eggsHOLLANDAISE SAUCE:3 large egg yolks1/4 cup water2 tablespoons lemon juice1 cup butter, melted1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper6 English muffins, split and toastedMinced chives
Preparation
In a large skillet, cook pancetta over medium heat until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels.
In same skillet, melt butter. Add mushrooms and shallots. Cook and stir over medium heat until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in balsamic vinegar. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is almost evaporated. Add spinach, pepper and salt; cook until spinach is wilted.
Place 2-3 in. water in a large skillet with high sides; add vinegar. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer gently. Working in batches, break cold eggs, one at a time, into a custard cup or saucer; holding the cup close to the surface of the water, slip each egg into water.
Cook, uncovered, until whites are completely set and yolks are still soft, about 4 minutes.
In a double boiler or metal bowl over simmering water, constantly whisk egg yolks, water and lemon juice until mixture reaches 160° or is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. Reduce heat to low. Very slowly drizzle in warm melted butter, whisking constantly. Whisk in salt and pepper.
With a slotted spoon, lift eggs out of water. On each muffin half, layer pancetta, mushroom mixture and an egg; spoon sauce over top. Sprinkle with chives. Serve immediately.
