The Benny Recipe
Ham & Swiss Topped with Hollandaise Sauce
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Hollandaise Sauce Ingredients
Method
Preparation of Main Ingredients
- 1
Toast the English Muffins
Split the English muffins in half and toast them until golden brown.
- 2
Cook the Ham
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the Canadian bacon or ham for about 2-3 minutes on each side until warmed through.
- 3
Melt the Cheese
Place a slice of Swiss cheese on top of each slice of ham and cover the skillet with a lid to melt the cheese, about 1-2 minutes.
Hollandaise Sauce Preparation
- 4
Prepare the Double Boiler
In a saucepan, bring about an inch of water to a simmer. Place a heatproof bowl on top, ensuring it does not touch the water.
- 5
Whisk Egg Yolks
In the bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened.
- 6
Add Butter
Slowly drizzle in the melted butter while continuously whisking until the sauce is thick and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add a teaspoon of warm water to thin it out.
- 7
Season the Sauce
Season the Hollandaise with salt and a pinch of cayenne pepper. Whisk to combine.
Assembly
- 8
Assemble the Benny
Top each toasted English muffin half with a slice of ham and melted Swiss cheese. Drizzle with the prepared Hollandaise sauce.
