Name: Breakfast Poutine with Hollandaise Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Canadian
Ingredients: 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.); 4 large Eggs (Can be poached or scrambled.); 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.); 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.)

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Introduction

Start your day with a delicious twist on a classic favorite: breakfast poutine topped with a rich hollandaise sauce. This hearty dish combines crispy hash browns, savory bacon, melted cheese, and a luscious homemade sauce for a truly indulgent morning treat.

A black skillet filled with a base layer of golden brown crispy fries, covered by a thick layer of melted orange-yellow cheese sauce. On top of the cheese, two fried eggs with bright yellow yolks and white edges sit side by side. Scattered over the eggs and cheese are small pieces of cooked bacon in shades of dark brown and reddish tones. Sprinkled green parsley leaves garnish the dish. The skillet rests on a white plate with a white marbled surface underneath. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

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)
4 large Eggs (can be poached or scrambled)
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)
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

Step 1: 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.
Step 2: 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.
Step 3: 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.
Step 4: To prepare the hollandaise sauce, set up a double boiler. In a bowl, whisk egg yolks, Dijon mustard, and vinegar for 2 minutes. Slowly drizzle in melted unsalted butter while whisking until creamy. Stir in lemon juice, cayenne, and garlic powder.
Step 5: Assemble the breakfast poutine with a layer of crispy hash browns, topped with cooked eggs, shredded cheddar and mozzarella. Drizzle warm gravy over everything.
Step 6: Generously spoon hollandaise sauce over the dish and sprinkle crumbled bacon. Serve immediately while hot.

Tips & Variations

For a lighter option, try turkey bacon or chicken sausage instead of regular bacon.
Use homemade hash browns for added texture and flavor.
Experiment with different cheeses like Monterey Jack or gouda for a unique taste.
If you prefer less spice, omit the cayenne pepper in the hollandaise sauce.

Storage

Store leftover breakfast poutine in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through to maintain crispiness. Because of the hollandaise sauce, reheating in a microwave may cause separation, so use caution or prepare fresh sauce if needed.

How to Serve

A round black skillet holds a dish with three clear layers: the bottom layer is golden brown crispy fries, the middle is melted light orange cheese covering the fries, and the top is scattered pieces of crispy dark brown bacon. On top sits a sunny-side-up egg with a bright yellow yolk and white edges, sprinkled with small green herb bits. The skillet is placed on a white marbled surface with a patterned cloth partially visible on the left side. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the hollandaise sauce ahead of time?

While hollandaise sauce is best served fresh, you can prepare it up to a few hours ahead and keep it warm in a thermos or over very low heat. Be sure to whisk occasionally to prevent separation.

What can I use if I don’t have a double boiler for the hollandaise?

If you don’t have a double boiler, you can create one by placing a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water, making sure the bowl doesn’t touch the water. This gentle heat prevents the eggs from scrambling.