Recipe Card of Eggs Benedict
Eggs Benedict is a classic brunch dish, consisting of poached eggs, ham, and hollandaise sauce atop a toasted English muffin, perfect for a luxurious morning meal.
Ingredients list
- 4 English muffins halved
- 8 slices ham Canadian bacon or back bacon
- 8 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 cup unsalted butter melted
- 3 egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper optional
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Begin by toasting the English muffin halves. In a skillet over medium heat, warm and slightly brown the slices of ham.
- Fill a saucepan with water, add the vinegar, and bring it to a gentle simmer. Crack each egg into a small bowl and gently slide it into the water. Cook each egg for about 3-4 minutes until the whites are set and yolks are still soft. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside on a paper towel.
- In a heatproof bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Place over a saucepan with simmering water (double boiler) and slowly drizzle in the melted butter while whisking continuously until it becomes thick and creamy. Add a pinch of cayenne pepper if desired.
- Place a slice of ham on each English muffin half. Top with a poached egg and generously spoon over the hollandaise sauce. Season with black pepper to taste.
- Serve the Eggs Benedict immediately while warm, with a side of mixed greens or fresh fruit for a complete brunch meal.
Notes
For variation, try substituting the ham with smoked salmon or sautéed spinach for a Florentine twist. Adjust the seasoning of your hollandaise sauce according to taste.
Nutrition
Calories: 471kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 21gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 401mgSodium: 1120mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1274IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 3mg
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