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Eggs Benedict

Elevate Your Brunch with Perfect Homemade Eggs Benedict

This classic Eggs Benedict recipe perfectly combines poached eggs, buttery hollandaise sauce, and savory bacon for an indulgent brunch experience.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

Hollandaise Sauce
  • 3 egg yolks Egg Yolks
  • 1 tablespoon Water
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1/2 cup Butter Use unsalted for precise seasoning.
  • 1 pinch White Pepper
Eggs Benedict
  • 4 large Large Eggs Poached to perfection for assembly.
  • 2 pieces English Muffins Toasted for crunch.
  • 4 slices Canadian Bacon Can be substituted with ham or bacon.
Garnish
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika For garnish.

Equipment

  • Double boiler
  • Saucepan
  • Slotted spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a double boiler, combine 3 egg yolks, 1 tablespoon of water, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Whisk vigorously over simmering water until the mixture thickens and can coat the back of a spoon, about 2-3 minutes. Slowly drizzle in 1/2 cup of melted unsalted butter while continuously whisking. Stir in a pinch of white pepper, then keep the sauce warm on low heat.
  2. Fill a wide saucepan with water and bring it to a gentle simmer, adding a splash of vinegar. Crack 4 large eggs into small bowls, then slide them into the simmering water. Cook for 2-4 minutes until the whites are firm, but the yolks stay runny. Use a slotted spoon to lift the eggs out and set them on paper towels to drain.
  3. Slice two English muffins in half and toast them until golden brown and crisp. Keep the muffins warm while you assemble the dish.
  4. On each toasted muffin half, place a slice of Canadian bacon. Carefully lay a poached egg on top of the bacon. Generously drizzle the warm hollandaise sauce over the egg.
  5. Finish with a sprinkle of paprika and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 300mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately to enjoy the best flavors and textures; the poached eggs and hollandaise are best fresh.

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