Classic Benedict Recipe
ham | english muffin | poached egg | hollandaise | potatoes | apple-fennel salad
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Seasoning for Potatoes
For Apple-Fennel Salad
Method
Preparation of Ingredients
- 1
Prepare Potatoes
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss diced potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them on a baking sheet and roast for about 25-30 minutes until golden and crispy.
- 2
Cooking the Eggs and Assembling
- 3
Poach the Eggs
Bring a pot of water to a gentle simmer. Crack eggs into small bowls and gently slide them into the water. Poach for about 3-4 minutes until whites are set but yolks remain runny. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- 4
Toast English Muffins
While the eggs are poaching, split and toast the English muffins until golden brown.
- 5
Assemble the Benedict
On each toasted muffin half, layer a slice of ham, followed by a poached egg. Drizzle generously with hollandaise sauce.
