Eggs Benedict is a classic breakfast dish that consists of a toasted English muffin topped with Canadian bacon, poached eggs, and a rich hollandaise sauce. This recipe provides a quick and easy way to prepare this delicious meal.
Preparation time
15min
Cooking time
10min
Ingredients
2 Servings
- 125 grams butter
- 4 slices Canadian bacon
- 3 egg yolks
- 4 eggs
- 2 English muffins
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
Directions
Step 1
Toast the English muffins and set them aside.
Step 2
In a skillet, cook the Canadian bacon until it is lightly browned, then set aside.
Step 3
Fill a large saucepan with about 5 cm of water, add the white vinegar, and bring to a simmer.
Step 4
Crack the eggs into individual small bowls. Gently slide each egg into the simmering water. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny. Remove the eggs with a slotted spoon and set aside.
Step 5
In a heatproof bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, lemon juice, and water. Place the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water (double boiler method) and whisk constantly until the mixture thickens.
Step 6
Gradually add the melted butter while continuing to whisk until the sauce is thick and creamy. Season with a pinch of salt.
Step 7
To assemble the Eggs Benedict, place two halves of toasted English muffins on each plate. Top each half with a slice of Canadian bacon, a poached egg, and a spoonful of hollandaise sauce. Serve immediately.