Eggs Benedict is a classic brunch dish that is sure to impress your guests. This dish features poached eggs served on toasted English muffins and topped with hollandaise sauce. While the traditional Eggs Benedict is delicious, there are many variations that can be made to suit your taste. This article provides three unique recipes for Eggs Benedict ramekins, each with its own twist on the classic dish.
The first recipe is for Classic Eggs Benedict Ramekins. This recipe uses all of the traditional ingredients, including poached eggs, English muffins, and hollandaise sauce. The second recipe is for Florentine Eggs Benedict Ramekins. This recipe adds spinach and artichoke hearts to the classic dish for a more flavorful and filling meal. The third recipe is for Avocado Eggs Benedict Ramekins. This recipe swaps out the hollandaise sauce for a creamy avocado sauce, making it a lighter and healthier option. No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this delicious and versatile dish.
CLASSIC EGGS BENEDICT
There are conflicting theories about the origin of Eggs Benedict, but most trace the dish to New York City in the late 1800s. Hollandaise sauce is much older: It appears in a French cookbook from 1651 and was later known as Sauce Isigny, named for a town in Normandy. The name was changed to hollandaise after World War I, when butter was scarce in France and had to be imported from Holland.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 50m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Make the hollandaise sauce: Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until no longer foamy (but not browned), 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer the clear butter to a liquid measuring cup, leaving the milk solids on the bottom of the pan; discard the solids.
- Heat 1 inch of water in a medium saucepan over medium heat until steaming but not simmering. Combine the egg yolks, 1 tablespoon water and 2 teaspoons lemon juice in a medium stainless-steel bowl. Set the bowl on the saucepan (do not let the bowl touch the water). Cook, whisking constantly, until the egg mixture is pale yellow and thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Check periodically to make sure the water isn't boiling or the egg yolks might overcook.
- Remove the bowl from the saucepan; slowly pour in the melted butter, a drop at a time at first, whisking constantly until thick. Whisk in the remaining 2 teaspoons lemon juice, the cayenne and ¼ teaspoon salt. If the sauce is too thick, whisk in some warm water, 1 tablespoon at a time, to loosen. Return the bowl to the saucepan of water with the heat turned off to keep warm; whisk occasionally.
- Make the Eggs Benedict: Fill a large wide pot with 3 inches of water. Heat over medium-high heat until steaming with small bubbles; reduce the heat as needed to maintain a bare simmer. Stir in the vinegar. Crack 4 eggs into individual small bowls or ramekins. Carefully tip the eggs into the water, spacing them as far apart as possible. Cook until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny, 3 to 3½ minutes. Remove the eggs with a slotted spoon and transfer to a plate lined with a kitchen towel. Gently blot the eggs dry and trim off any wispy pieces. Repeat with the remaining 4 eggs.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the Canadian bacon and cook until lightly browned and warmed through, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Meanwhile, toast the English muffins and spread with butter.
- Top each English muffin half with a slice of Canadian bacon and a poached egg. Thin the hollandaise sauce with more warm water, if necessary, and season with salt. Spoon over the poached eggs and sprinkle with chopped chives.
EGGS BENEDICT
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Add the egg yolks to a blender or a food processor. Add in the lemon juice and blend for several seconds. With the blender on, slowly drizzle in the melted butter. Turn off the blender and add in a little salt and cayenne. Whip it again until combined. Set this aside for a minute. Next, poach an egg by gently cracking an egg into simmering, slightly bubbling water. Leave the egg alone for 2 to 2 1/2 minutes, and then remove it with a slotted spoon and carefully place it on a plate. Repeat with the remaining eggs. To serve, place a buttered, toasted English muffin half on a plate. Top the English muffin with a warm slice of Canadian bacon. Place the warm poached egg on top. And then drizzle on some warm hollandaise. Sprinkle a little paprika on top.
EGGS BENEDICT RAMEKINS
Elegant brunch recipe perfect for a romantic breakfast-in-bed for two. I found it in an issue of "Cooking for 2"
Provided by The Finicky Chef
Categories Breakfast
Time 40m
Yield 2 , 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350F and coat 2 8-oz ramekins or custard cups with nonstick cooking spray; line each with a slice of bread.
- Layer with cheese, onion, Canadian bacon, garlic powder, and basil; cover evenly with beaten eggs.
- Place on baking sheet; bake for 20-25 minutes or until done (thermometer will read 160F).
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a small saucepan; whisk in sauce mix and gradually stir in water. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute, or until thickened.
- Gently remove ramekins to serving plates; top with Hollandaise sauce and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 366, Fat 25.6, SaturatedFat 13.6, Cholesterol 276, Sodium 842.9, Carbohydrate 14.6, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.8, Protein 19.1
QUICK AND EASY EGGS BENEDICT
This is a no-fuss, easy recipe. The sauce is simply put together in a blender - no double boiling necessary. Assemble eggs with sauce over hot buttered English muffins with Canadian bacon, or if you prefer, Serrano ham. Yum!
Provided by INDRIANI
Categories Breakfast and Brunch Eggs Breakfast Sandwich Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, fry the Canadian bacon on each side until evenly browned.
- Fill a large saucepan with about 3 inches water, and bring to a simmer. Pour in the vinegar. Carefully break the 4 eggs into the water, and cook 2 to 3 minutes, until whites are set but yolks are still soft. Remove eggs with a slotted spoon.
- Meanwhile, melt the butter until bubbly in a small pan or in the microwave. Remove from heat before butter browns.
- In a blender or large food processor, blend the egg yolks, heavy cream, cayenne pepper, and salt until smooth. Add half of the hot butter in a thin steady stream, slow enough so that it blends in at least as fast as you are pouring it in. Blend in the lemon juice using the same method, then the remaining butter.
- Place open English muffins onto serving plates. Top with 1 slice Canadian bacon and 1 poached egg. Drizzle with the cream sauce, and serve at once.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 690.1 calories, Carbohydrate 27.4 g, Cholesterol 475.4 mg, Fat 58 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 33.4 g, Sodium 1120.2 mg, Sugar 0.6 g
GORDON'S EGGS BENEDICT
Gordon Ramsay's breakfast classic is the ideal way to begin an indulgent weekend
Provided by Gordon Ramsay
Categories Breakfast, Brunch, Main course
Time 20m
Yield Makes 4 halves
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Bring a deep saucepan of water to the boil (at least 2 litres) and add 3 tbsp white wine vinegar. Break the eggs into four separate coffee cups or ramekins. Split the muffins, toast them and warm some plates.
- Swirl the vinegared water briskly to form a vortex and slide in an egg. It will curl round and set to a neat round shape. Cook for 2-3 mins, then remove with a slotted spoon.
- Repeat with the other eggs, one at a time, re-swirling the water as you slide in the eggs. Spread some sauce on each muffin, scrunch a slice of ham on top, then top with an egg. Spoon over the remaining hollandaise and serve at once.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 705 calories, Fat 64 grams fat, SaturatedFat 36 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 16 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 18 grams protein, Sodium 1.3 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Use fresh eggs for the best flavor and texture.
- Poach the eggs in a wide, shallow pan with plenty of water to prevent them from sticking together.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when poaching the eggs, or they will not cook evenly.
- If you don't have a ramekin, you can use a small oven-safe bowl or even a coffee mug.
- Be careful not to overcook the eggs, or they will become tough and rubbery.
- Serve the eggs Benedict immediately after they are cooked.
Conclusion:
Eggs Benedict ramekins are a delicious and easy-to-make brunch or lunch dish. They are perfect for a special occasion or a simple weekend meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that is sure to impress your friends and family.
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