Egg and Ham-topped Croissant

Description
This croissant sandwich is perfect for breakfast or anytime of day.
 * Prep: 15 min



Ingredients

 * 8 teaspoons LAND O LAKES® butter
 * 4 croissants, split
 * 8 slices (3/4-ounce each) LAND O LAKES® American cheese
 * 1/4 pound thinly sliced deli Ham
 * 8 hot poached eggs
 * 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, if desired

Directions
Heat broiler. Spread 2 teaspoons butter on bottom half of each croissant.

Place buttered-side up on baking sheet.

Broil 5 to 7 inches from heat until light golden brown (1 to 2 minutes).

Top each toasted croissant half with 1 slice Cheese and 1/4 of Ham.

Continue broiling until Cheese is melted (1 to 2 minutes).

Place 2 poached eggs and 1 slice Cheese over Ham on each croissant.

Continue broiling until Cheese is melted (1 minute).

Sprinkle with chives; top each with remaining croissant half.
 * TIP: To poach eggs heat 1 1/2 to 2 inches water in saucepan to boiling. Reduce heat to low. Break egg into small bowl; carefully slip egg into water. Cook until whites and yolks are firm, not runny. Remove with slotted spoon.
 * Makes 4 servings
 * Nutritional Info Per 1 Serving: Calories 620, Fat 41 g, Cholesterol 535 mg, Sodium 1590 mg, Carbohydrates 31 g, Dietary Fiber 0 g, Protein 31 g