Better than Benedict!

If you love eggs Benedict, it's worth tackling Julia Child's extremely elevated version: the Tournedos Henry IV! Although she doesn't make the comparison, it's easy to see it's indeed a version of eggs Benedict that's more fit for a king: a large, crusty butter-sautéed croûton replaces the English muffin, a bacon-wrapped tenderloin medallion with its jus replaces the traditional ham slice, an artichoke bottom cooked in butter replaces the softness of the poached egg, and béarnaise replaces the hollandaise. Surround it with roasted potatoes and steamed asparagus tips and you have an unforgettable meal! (See page 299 of Mastering the Art of French Cooking, Volume II.)