Eggs Benedict is a classic breakfast dish. When done right it is both impressive and delicious. Eggs Benedict consists of poached eggs, Canadian bacon, and hollandaise sauce served on top of an English muffin.
In this article, we’ll go through the steps of making Eggs Benedict from scratch, including how to poach eggs, make hollandaise sauce, and assemble the dish.
Ingredients:
4 English muffins, split and toasted
8 slices Canadian bacon or ham
4 eggs
2 tablespoons white vinegar
Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
For the Hollandaise sauce:
3 egg yolks
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- First, start by making the hollandaise sauce. In a small saucepan, whisk the egg yolks, water, and lemon juice together. Place the saucepan over low heat and continue whisking until the mixture thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
- Once the egg mixture has thickened, remove the saucepan from the heat and slowly pour in the melted butter while whisking constantly. Make sure the butter is not too hot, or it can cook the eggs. Continue whisking until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- To poach the eggs, fill a large saucepan with water and add the white vinegar. Bring the water to a simmer over medium heat. Crack each egg into a small dish or ramekin.
- Using a spoon, create a gentle whirlpool in the simmering water. Carefully pour each egg into the center of the whirlpool. The whirlpool motion will help the egg white wrap around the yolk for a more uniform poach. Poach the eggs for about 3-4 minutes, or until the whites are set and the yolks are still runny.
- While the eggs are poaching, cook the Canadian bacon or ham in a skillet over medium heat until lightly browned.
- To assemble the Eggs Benedict, place a toasted English muffin half on a plate, followed by a slice of Canadian bacon or ham. Using a slotted spoon, remove each poached egg from the water and place it on top of the Canadian bacon. Spoon the hollandaise sauce over the eggs and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Eggs Benedict is a classic dish that takes a little bit of skill to master, but the end result is well worth it. With this recipe, you’ll have everything you need to make a delicious brunch for your family or impress your guests.