Eggs Benedict Recipe
English muffin, Canadian bacon or ham, poached eggs & Hollandaise sauce served with home fries. Sub meat for smashed avocado and spinach.
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Ingredients
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Eggs Benedict
Method
Preparation
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Prepare the Hollandaise Sauce
In a double boiler, whisk together egg yolks, lemon juice, and water. Slowly drizzle in melted butter while whisking until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and cayenne pepper.
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Poach the Eggs
Bring a pot of water to a simmer. Add a splash of vinegar. Crack each egg into a small bowl and gently slide into the water. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until whites are set.
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Assemble the Eggs Benedict
Split the English muffins and toast them. Layer each half with Canadian bacon or ham, then a poached egg, and top with Hollandaise sauce.
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Optional Avocado and Spinach
For a vegetarian option, substitute the meat with smashed avocado and fresh spinach on the toasted muffin halves.