Indulge in a culinary journey to California with our delightful Ham and Eggs Benedict. This classic dish gets a West Coast makeover with the addition of avocado, a staple ingredient in California cuisine. The rich, creamy hollandaise sauce and perfectly poached eggs complement the savory ham and ripe avocado slices, creating a harmonious symphony of flavors and textures. Served on toasted English muffins, this dish offers a satisfying balance of protein, healthy fats, and a touch of tanginess from the hollandaise. Whether you're a brunch enthusiast or simply seeking a special breakfast treat, our California-Style Ham and Eggs Benedict is sure to tantalize your taste buds and brighten up your morning.
In addition to the classic Ham and Eggs Benedict, this article also explores variations of this popular dish to cater to different preferences and dietary needs. The Vegetarian Benedict features a hearty portobello mushroom instead of ham, offering a meatless option packed with umami flavor. For those who love seafood, the Smoked Salmon Benedict replaces the ham with luscious smoked salmon, creating a briny and smoky taste sensation. And for a lighter and refreshing twist, the Avocado Toast Benedict swaps the English muffin for a crisp, toasted slice of avocado, making it a perfect choice for avocado lovers.
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
EGGS BENEDICT
Decadence is what makes eggs Benedict a star of the brunch table. To get there, order and timing are key. First, you'll want to make your hollandaise. While intimidating in theory, the process is a lot like making mayonnaise. If the emulsion is stable, it won't break, even when held at room temperature. Next, poach your eggs, and toast the English muffins while you crisp up the Canadian bacon. From there, it's as simple as stacking your ingredients and sprinkling them with herbs, salt and pepper. Once you've mastered this basic version, you can explore its variations: Add sliced avocado, or even swap in some smoked salmon (eggs Hemingway) or wilted greens for the Canadian bacon (eggs Florentine).
Provided by Alison Roman
Categories breakfast, brunch, main course
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Make the hollandaise: Melt butter in a small pot over medium heat until it's foamy but not yet beginning to brown, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Place egg yolks and 2 teaspoons water in a blender. Start blending, and, working very slowly, add the hot, melted butter until it's all incorporated. (If it starts to get too thick to blend, add 1/2 teaspoon of water.) Add lemon juice and cayenne, though feel free to adjust the amounts to taste, and season with salt and pepper. Transfer the hollandaise to a small bowl, and place plastic wrap directly on the surface so it doesn't form a skin. Set aside. (It will keep at room temperature while you work.)
- Poach the eggs: Fill a medium pot with 3 inches of water. Add vinegar, season with salt and bring to a simmer. (Look for just a few bubbles; it should never boil.) Using the handle of a spoon or spatula, stir the water with a clockwise motion. Gently crack an egg into the center of the pot, letting the water swirl around it and allowing the white to envelop the yolk. Repeat with remaining eggs - you could probably do up to four at a time. Check the eggs after 4 minutes: Use a slotted spoon to lift an egg out of the water, and feel the white for firmness. If it's not quite done, slide it back in for another minute or so. Let cook until the whites are just set, but the yolks are still completely runny, 4 to 5 minutes. Once eggs are perfectly poached, remove from the water, and let drain on a plate lined with paper towels or a clean kitchen towel. Set eggs aside.
- Using a toaster, toaster oven or regular oven, toast the English muffins until crisp and golden brown. Don't be afraid to toast them thoroughly: They'll be covered in hollandaise and poached eggs, and will need to be sturdy.
- Cook Canadian bacon or ham (or bacon) in a medium skillet over medium-high heat until golden brown and just crisp at the edges, about 6 minutes.
- Assemble the Benedict: Place eight halves of English muffin on a plate and butter them generously. Top each with a slice of Canadian bacon, ham or bacon, then a poached egg. Spoon hollandaise sauce over and sprinkle with chives, dill, flaky sea salt and black pepper.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 766, UnsaturatedFat 23 grams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 59 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 30 grams, SaturatedFat 32 grams, Sodium 996 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 2 grams
SUNNY'S BLACK BEAN AND HAM EGGS BENEDICT
Provided by Sunny Anderson
Categories main-dish
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- For the black bean patties: Mash the beans in a large bowl, leaving some of the bean texture. Stir in the corn, oatmeal, taco seasoning and garlic. Stir to combine, taste and then season with a pinch of salt and a few grinds of black pepper. Fold in the egg. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 15 minutes to hydrate the oats.
- In a large nonstick pan, heat the oil on medium heat. When the oil begins to swirl a bit, use an ice cream scoop to portion the black bean mixture equally into 4 balls. Drop them into the pan, then press each into a patty shape with a spatula. Cook on one side until golden and a bit crisp, about 8 minutes. Flip and cook on the other side until slightly crisped, 5 to 8 minutes more. Remove to individual serving plates.
- For the cream sauce: In a double boiler with the water boiling but not touching the pot above, add a piece of the butter, the yolks, lime juice, a splash of water and a pinch of salt. Whisk continuously while the butter melts, then add another piece of butter, working it in until it melts. Continue adding the butter pieces one at a time, whisking and melting between additions, until all the pieces are whisked in. Taste and adjust with salt if needed. Keep warm on the double boiler.
- Divide the ham into 4 servings and place a portion on top of each black bean patty. Top each with an egg, drizzle over the sauce and sprinkle with pickles. Sprinkle the plate with cilantro and tomatoes. Serve warm.
QUICK CALIFORNIA-STYLE HAM AND EGGS BENEDICT
What a treat for Sunday brunch! Adapted from Southern Living. (Time does not include baking the biscuits.)
Provided by Caroline Cooks
Categories Breakfast
Time 17m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bake biscuits according to package.
- Combine melted butter, 1 tablespoons chives; split biscuits, and brush with mixture.
- Place biscuits, buttered side up on a baking sheet and bake at 375°F for 5 minutes or until toasted.
- Meanwhile, prepare Hollandaise according to package, using milk and lemon juice but omit the butter.
- Sauté ham in skillet over med- heat 3 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Stir ham and red pepper, if using, into Hollandaise sauce; keep warm.
- Add water to a depth of 2 inches in a large sauce pan.
- Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and maintain at a light simmer.
- Add ½ teas white vinegar. Break eggs one at a time into a large serving spoon, and slip carefully into the water.
- Simmer 3-5 minutes or to desired doneness.
- Remove with slotted spoon. Trim edges with sharp knife.
- To Serve:.
- Place bottom biscuit halves, buttered side up on 4 warmed plates.
- Top with arugula, slices of avocado (if using), and then poached eggs.
- Pour the Hollandaise mixture evenly over eggs.
- Sprinkle with remain chives and black pepper to taste.
- Serve remaining biscuit halves on side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 444, Fat 27, SaturatedFat 10.8, Cholesterol 235.4, Sodium 514.9, Carbohydrate 30.3, Fiber 1, Sugar 1.6, Protein 19.4
THE BEST EGGS BENEDICT
We engineered this classic brunch dish to guarantee your success. By getting the muffins and bacon ready in advance and keeping them warm in the oven, you can focus on poaching a perfect egg. A blender makes an easy, foolproof hollandaise sauce. We added plenty of lemon to make it bright and tangy.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F.
- Fill a large saucepan with 2 quarts water. Add the vinegar and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
- Meanwhile, toast the English muffins until golden brown. Spread with butter and place on one side of a baking sheet. Keep warm in the oven.
- Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the Canadian bacon and cook until heated through, about 30 seconds per side. Transfer the bacon to the other side of the baking sheet to keep warm.
- Melt the remaining butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the yolks, lemon juice, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and the cayenne to a blender. Blend for 1 minute. With the blender running, pour the melted butter very slowly through the open hole of the blender lid until smooth, thick and emulsified. Transfer the sauce back to the saucepan and place in the oven to keep warm.
- Crack the whole eggs into small cups or glasses. If your simmering water has reduced too much, add a bit more water and bring back to a steady simmer. When the water is at a steady simmer, slip the eggs into the water in one quick motion, arranging them clockwise in the pan so you know which will be ready first.. Poach the eggs until the whites are firm but the yolks are still runny, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove the eggs with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel.
- Top each muffin half with a slice of Canadian bacon and a poached egg. Pour hollandaise sauce over each muffin. (If the sauce has thickened too much, whisk it with a tablespoon of water.) Sprinkle each serving with a little cayenne and serve immediately.
CLASSIC EGGS BENEDICT WITH BLENDER HOLLANDAISE
A quick and easy hollandaise sauce adorns this classic combination of buttery English muffins, savory Canadian bacon, and perfectly poached eggs.
Provided by Rhoda Boone
Categories Brunch Breakfast Egg Ham Butter Bread Poach Mother's Day New Year's Day
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Make the hollandaise:
- Cook butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until melted and foamy. Pour into a spouted measuring cup leaving milk solids in bottom of pot; discard milk solids.
- Blend egg yolks, lemon juice, and 1 tsp. water in a blender until smooth. Remove small inset lid from top and, with the motor running, slowly pour in butter in a thin stream. Add salt and blend until creamy. Taste and add more salt or lemon juice, if needed. Transfer to a glass bowl, measuring cup, or small pot. Press plastic wrap directly onto surface so a skin doesn't form, then place close to stovetop to keep warm up to 1 hour. If hollandaise seems too thick when you're ready to serve, whisk in warm water 1 tsp. at a time.
- Assemble the eggs Benedict:
- Heat a large pot of salted water over high until tiny bubbles appear on the bottom (water temperature should be about 180°F). Reduce heat to very low to maintain the temperature.
- Meanwhile, using a toaster, toaster oven, or oven set at 400°F, toast English muffins until golden brown. Slather muffins with butter and divide among plates.
- Heat a dry large skillet over medium-high and cook bacon until browned and warmed through, 2-3 minutes per side. Top each muffin half with bacon.
- Adjust heat so water temperature is about 180°F. For perfectly shaped poached eggs with minimal wispy egg white strands, set a medium-sized fine-mesh sieve over a medium bowl. Crack 1 egg into a small bowl, then gently transfer to strainer. Gently swirl for a few seconds to allow any stray whites to drain, then scrape bottom of strainer on lip of bowl to remove any excess.
- With egg still in strainer, carefully lower into hot water until egg is completely submerged. Gently shake and swirl strainer, shaping egg with a slotted spoon. When edges of egg white start to turn opaque (about 30 seconds), carefully release egg from strainer with slotted spoon into water.
- Cook egg, flipping occasionally with slotted spoon, until white is opaque and firm and yolk is plump and jiggles slightly to the touch, 3-3 1/2 minutes more. While first egg is cooking, repeat steps to cook remaining eggs, but keep an eye on which went in first. Use a timer to avoid overcooking.
- When egg is ready, carefully remove from hot water with slotted spoon. To serve immediately, place a paper towel under spoon and shake spoon gently to remove excess water. Transfer egg to an oiled plate or rimmed baking sheet, or place 1 egg on top of each piece of bacon.
- Spoon a few tablespoons of hollandaise over eggs. Top with chives and a light dusting of paprika, if desired. Serve immediately.
- Do Ahead
- To poach eggs in advance, immediately transfer poached eggs to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Transfer to a resealable container filled with cold water (eggs should be fully submerged) and chill up to 3 days. To serve, place eggs in a bowl of hot tap water until they feel warm to the touch, about 2 minutes.
- Hollandaise can made 2 days ahead; press plastic wrap directly on surface and chill. To serve, fill a saucepan with a few inches of water and set a heatproof bowl on top (bottom of bowl should not touch water). Bring water to a simmer over medium-low heat and transfer hollandaise to bowl. Gently reheat sauce, whisking occasionally, until warm. If it's too thick, whisk in hot tap water 1 tsp. at a time.
EGG, HAM AND CHEESE CREPES BENEDICT
To make this a quick and easy dish, I just purchase Knorr brand dry packages of Hollandaise sauce, or you can make your own, if you have any dried tarragon add in a pinch to the sauce. This complete recipe can be doubled. When you are making your crepes, make an extra batch and freeze for the next time you make this recipe, you are going to want to make this again!... it's such an easy and delicious brunch or a light lunch if you have the crepes already prepared. You can add in other ingredients that you like to the eggs such as green onions, finely chopped green or red bell peppers etc.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Breakfast
Time 35m
Yield 8 crepes
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Prepare the Hollandaise sauce.
- In a bowl whisk together the eggs, whipping cream, a couple drops of Tabasco sauce (or to taste) salt and pepper.
- Heat butter in skillet until hot, sizzling and lightly browned.
- Add in the eggs and grated Swiss cheese; scramble to light and fluffy (do not over cook the eggs, as they will cook more in the oven).
- Lay out the crepes, then top with 1-2 slices of ham.
- Divide the egg mixture evenly on top of the ham slices.
- Roll up the crepes and place in a buttered baking dish.
- Brush the rolled crepes with melted butter.
- Place in a 350 degree oven.
- Bake for about 15 minutes, or until lightly browned.
- Place 1-2 crepes on a plate and drizzle with prepared Hollandaise sauce.
- Serve immediately.
- Delicious!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.9, Fat 15.5, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 342, Sodium 145, Carbohydrate 1, Sugar 0.6, Protein 10.5
EGGS BENEDICT
Provided by Wanna Make This?
Categories main-dish
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- For the hollandaise: Whisk together the egg yolks, lemon juice and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a medium metal bowl. Set the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water (don't let the bottom of the bowl touch the water). While whisking, slowly drizzle in the melted butter, starting just a few drops at a time and then adding in a slow stream, whisking until all the butter is incorporated and the hollandaise is very thick. Whisk in hot water, a teaspoon at a time, to get a sauce that you can drizzle with a spoon. Season with additional lemon juice and salt if needed. Remove the pot from the heat, stir in the green chiles and cilantro. Keep the hollandaise warm in the bowl.
- For the benedict: Heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the butter, and when melted, add the sliced ham and cook, turning once, until crisped, about 1 minute per side. Remove to a plate. Add the shrimp to the skillet and sprinkle with the chili powder and salt, adding additional butter if the pan is dry. Cook, tossing occasionally, until the shrimp are cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove to the plate with the ham.
- Fill a high-sided skillet with about 4 inches of water. Bring to a simmer and add the vinegar. Break the eggs into a small bowl, one at a time, and slide into the simmering water. Simmer gently until the whites are set and the yolks are slightly runny, about 3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to a paper-towel-lined plate.
- To assemble, place 2 pieces of toast on 4 plates. Top each piece of toast with a piece of ham and a couple tablespoons of the tomato jam. Then top each piece with 2 shrimp and a poached egg. Stir the hollandaise sauce (add a little more hot water if it has thickened too much) and spoon over the eggs. Garnish with the scallion greens and lemon zest.
CALIFORNIA STYLE EGGS BENEDICT
A rich and delicious version of eggs benedict - also happens to be vegetarian. You'll love the sauce. TIPS: Lime juice, instead of lemon, adds a little more complexity to the flavor of your sauce. Do not attempt to half the sauce recipe - all of the boiling water is needed to heat the yolks to the appropriate temperature. If you want to make this for two - or one, just freeze the rest of the hollandaise sauce for future use over asparagus, brussel sprouts or broccoli.
Provided by adams.wifey
Categories Breakfast
Time 20m
Yield 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- melt butter slowly - and keep it warm.
- barely heat the lime (or lemon) juice.
- have a small pot of water boiling and a tablespoon with which to measure when ready.
- place 3 egg yolks in the top of a double boiler over medium heat (over - not in - hot water).
- beat the yolks with a wire whisk until they begin to thicken.
- add 1 tablespoon boiling water.
- beat again until the eggs begin to thicken and add another tablespoon boiling water.
- repeat this process until you have added two more tablespoons boiling water. (total 4 tablespoons boiling water to the 3 egg yolks).
- then, beat in the warm lime (or lemon) juice. remove double boiler from heat and beat the sauce well with a wire whisk while slowly adding the melted butter, salt and dash of ceyenne pepper.
- keep the sauce over the hot water - but off the burner and lightly cover it to keep it warm while you prepare the rest of the dish.
- remove the avocado peel(s) and thinly slice.
- cook 6 eggs - lightly on both sides - over medium low heat - so that the center is just a bit runny and the whites are fully cooked. try not to break the yolks.
- slice and toast the english muffin halves.
- place two toasted muffin halves on each warmed plate, then one egg on each half, then arrange a few slices of avocado on top of each egg. spoon the hollandaise sauce over the top of both - and serve at once.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Make sure the English muffins are toasted and crispy.
- Poach the eggs gently in simmering water to prevent them from breaking.
- Cook the ham until it is heated through but not overcooked.
- Hollandaise sauce can be made ahead of time and reheated gently.
- Serve the eggs Benedict immediately after assembling.
Conclusion:
Eggs Benedict is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or lunch. This California-style version with ham is a hearty and flavorful take on the classic. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can easily make this dish at home. So next time you're looking for a special breakfast or brunch recipe, give this California-style ham and eggs Benedict a try.
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