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Eggs Benedict Recipe

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๐Ÿฅš Eggs Benedict with Creamy Homemade Hollandaise Sauce offers a rich, elegant breakfast experience that combines perfectly poached eggs and savory Canadian bacon.
๐Ÿ‹ The freshly made Hollandaise sauce adds a velvety texture and vibrant flavor, making this classic dish a must-try for brunch lovers.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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4 large eggs

4 slices Canadian bacon

2 English muffins, split

4 tablespoons butter for the Hollandaise sauce

4 egg yolks for the Hollandaise sauce

2 teaspoons lemon or lime juice for the Hollandaise sauce

1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream for the Hollandaise sauce

Salt and pepper to taste for the Hollandaise sauce

1 tablespoon white vinegar for poaching the eggs to help keep egg whites intact

Instructions

1-Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan. In a separate bowl, beat 4 egg yolks and mix in 2 teaspoons of lemon or lime juice, 1 tablespoon of heavy whipping cream, salt, and pepper.

2-Gradually add the hot melted butter to the egg yolk mixture one spoonful at a time, stirring continuously to temper the eggs and prevent curdling.

3-Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook on low heat, stirring constantly for 20-30 seconds. Remove from heat and set aside. The sauce will thicken as it cools; add more cream if needed to achieve the desired consistency.

4-To poach the eggs, fill a pot with about 3 inches of water and bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer with small bubbles. Optionally add a splash of vinegar to help keep egg whites together. Crack each egg into a small cup and gently lower into simmering water. Cook for 3-5 minutes depending on yolk preference. Remove with a slotted spoon.

5-Cook 4 slices of Canadian bacon in a pan over medium-high heat for about 1 minute on each side.

6-Toast the English muffin halves.

7-Assemble by placing Canadian bacon on each toasted muffin half, topping with a poached egg, and covering with Hollandaise sauce.

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Notes

๐Ÿฅ„ Adding vinegar to poaching water helps keep egg whites intact.
๐Ÿณ Slowly temper eggs with hot butter to prevent Hollandaise from curdling.
๐Ÿ”ฅ Serve the sauce fresh, reheating gently if needed without overheating.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Brunch
  • Method: Poaching, Cooking, Toasting
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 348
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 562mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 408mg