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Eggs Benedict

Eggs Benedict is a classic brunch dish featuring toasted English muffins topped with Canadian bacon, poached eggs, and creamy hollandaise sauce, perfect for impressing guests.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 pieces English muffins
  • 4 large eggs Use fresh eggs for best results.
  • 4 slices Canadian bacon
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar Helps with poaching the eggs.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Melted for hollandaise sauce.
  • 3 large egg yolks For the hollandaise sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning the hollandaise sauce.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by toasting the English muffins until golden brown.
  2. In a skillet, cook the Canadian bacon over medium heat until heated through.
  3. For the poached eggs, fill a pot with water, add vinegar, and bring to a gentle simmer. Crack each egg into a small bowl and slide them into the simmering water one at a time, cooking for about 3-4 minutes until the whites are set.
  4. For the hollandaise sauce, melt the butter in a saucepan. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and lemon juice. Slowly drizzle in the melted butter while whisking until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper.
Assembly
  1. To assemble, place a slice of Canadian bacon on each half of the English muffin, top with a poached egg, and drizzle with hollandaise sauce.

Notes

Serve Eggs Benedict hot, right after preparing, and pair it with fresh fruit or a side salad. Consider adding avocado slices or sautéed spinach for extra flavor. A sprinkle of paprika or chopped chives enhances the presentation. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to one day in the fridge.