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
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Brielle Hinton
[email protected]This recipe is perfect for a special occasion brunch. The eggs Benedict are elegant and delicious.
Md Ramzan
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The eggs Benedict are absolutely delicious.
Zia uddin Khan
[email protected]I love this recipe! The hollandaise sauce is so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Leanne Renke
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The eggs Benedict are perfect for a special occasion brunch.
Abbi Jablonski
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The hollandaise sauce is divine.
Marissa Silva
[email protected]Don't waste your time with this recipe. It's not worth the effort.
Kurt Watson
[email protected]This recipe was a disaster. The hollandaise sauce curdled and the poached eggs were runny. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.
Sana Munif
[email protected]I was disappointed with this recipe. The hollandaise sauce was bland and the poached eggs were overcooked. I will not be making this recipe again.
Suhaib Sakkir
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I ended up making a mess of the hollandaise sauce. I think I will stick to ordering eggs Benedict at restaurants from now on.
Faiz Raza
[email protected]Eggs Benedict is my favorite brunch dish and this recipe did not disappoint. The hollandaise sauce was perfect and the poached eggs were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Bharat Parshai
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I especially loved the crispy English muffins. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy brunch dish.
Alfred Innocent
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of poached eggs, but I loved this recipe. The hollandaise sauce was so creamy and flavorful that it made up for the eggs. I will definitely be making this again.
bakar bro
[email protected]This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The eggs Benedict were absolutely delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves brunch.
Siaw Sterling
[email protected]The hollandaise sauce was a bit too thick for my taste, but the rest of the recipe was perfect. I will definitely be making this again, but I will thin out the sauce a bit next time.
Layla4
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about making hollandaise sauce from scratch, but this recipe made it easy. The sauce turned out perfect and the eggs Benedict were delicious.
KING BRAVO
[email protected]This recipe was a bit more challenging than I expected, but it was worth it. The eggs Benedict turned out beautifully and tasted even better. I will definitely be making this again for a special occasion.
Gerald Ferrell
[email protected]I've made this recipe a few times now and it always turns out perfect. The poached eggs are always cooked perfectly and the hollandaise sauce is always smooth and creamy. I highly recommend this recipe.
Opoku Kwaku
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The hollandaise sauce was especially a hit. It was so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Kalim Marwat
[email protected]Eggs Benedict is a classic brunch dish that is always a hit. This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I love the combination of the creamy hollandaise sauce, the tender poached eggs, and the crispy English muffins. I would definit