Eggs Benedict
A classic brunch favorite featuring perfectly poached eggs, crispy English muffins, savory Canadian bacon, and creamy hollandaise sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course Breakfast / Brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 520 kcal
- 4 large eggs
- 2 English muffins split and toasted
- 4 slices Canadian bacon or ham
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar for poaching eggs
- 3 egg yolks for hollandaise sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Paprika or chopped chives for garnish
Toast Muffins: Split and toast the English muffins until golden brown.
Cook Bacon: Heat a skillet and sear Canadian bacon until lightly browned.
Poach Eggs: In a saucepan, bring water and vinegar to a simmer. Crack eggs into the water and poach for about 3 minutes until whites are set. Remove with a slotted spoon.
Make Hollandaise: Whisk egg yolks and lemon juice until thickened. Slowly drizzle in melted butter while whisking constantly until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
Assemble: Layer toasted muffin halves with bacon, top each with a poached egg, and spoon warm hollandaise sauce over the top.
Garnish: Sprinkle with paprika or chives before serving.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Protein: 18 g
- Fat: 42 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg