Method

For the Perfect Egg:
Cook eggs in water bath at 145.7°F (63.2°C) for 50 minutes, then immediately serve or chill in ice water and reserve in refrigerator. To reheat chilled eggs, place in 132.8°F (56°C) water for 15 minutes.

For the Béarnaise Sauce:
Reduce the white wine, vinegar, shallots, thyme, and peppercorns over high heat for seven to 10 minutes, then strain and set aside the reduced liquid.

In a mixing bowl, use a hand blender to whip the egg yolks until slightly frothy. Incorporate the wine-vinegar reduction and chickpea water and blend.

While blending, add the melted butter, lemon juice, and Tabasco sauce. Season to taste. Blend for another five minutes, then transfer mixture into a sous vide pouch, seal, and cook at 143.6°F (62°C) for 30 minutes.

For the Polenta Cake:
Mix together the grits, water, 8 tablespoons of butter, Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Stir thoroughly until well combined. Place mixture into a sous-vide pouch, seal, and cook at 185°F (85°C) for two hours.

Once done, pour evenly onto a sheet tray lined with lightly greased parchment paper and cool in the refrigerator for three hours (or overnight, if lightly covered).

Once cooled, use a biscuit cutter to cut out three-inch circles. Sear in a nonstick pan with the remaining tablespoon of butter, three minutes per side or until golden brown.

To Serve:
Place the seared polenta cake on a plate and top with a sous vide poached egg. Pour the béarnaise sauce over top and finish with chopped tarragon or microgreens, if desired.

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