Description
Eggs Benedict is a luxurious brunch staple that transforms your morning into a gourmet experience. Featuring perfectly poached eggs nestled atop toasted English muffins, layered with crispy bacon and drizzled with velvety hollandaise sauce, this dish is both indulgent and satisfying. Whether it’s a special occasion or a weekday treat, Eggs Benedict promises to impress with its stunning presentation and delightful flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 English muffins, split and toasted
- 4 large free-range eggs
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon or Canadian bacon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon vinegar (for poaching eggs)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients for efficient cooking.
- Toast the English muffins until golden brown.
- Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy; set aside.
- In simmering water with vinegar, poach the eggs for about 3 minutes until whites are set.
- For hollandaise sauce, whisk egg yolks and lemon juice until frothy; gradually add melted butter while whisking until thickened.
- Assemble by layering bacon on each muffin half, topping with poached eggs, and drizzling with hollandaise. Season to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (2 halves of English muffin with toppings)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 370mg