Traditional Eggs Benedict Recipe
Two poached eggs, ham, swiss cheese, and hollandaise sauce served on an English muffin with a side of greens and potato wedges.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Hollandaise Sauce
In a heatproof bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, lemon juice, and salt. Place the bowl over a simmering pot of water (double boiler) and whisk continuously until the mixture thickens. Slowly drizzle in melted butter while whisking until fully incorporated and smooth. Season with black pepper and set aside.
- 2
- 3
Prepare the English Muffins
Split the English muffins in half and toast them until golden brown. Place a slice of ham and a slice of Swiss cheese on each half.
- 4
Assemble the Eggs Benedict
On each toasted muffin half, layer the ham and cheese, then place a poached egg on top. Drizzle generously with hollandaise sauce.
- 5
Serve
Serve the Eggs Benedict with a side of greens and potato wedges. Enjoy!
