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Eggs Benedict Recipe

A classic breakfast dish featuring poached eggs, Canadian bacon, and hollandaise sauce on an English muffin.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 Eggs
  • 2 English muffins, split
  • 4 slices Canadian bacon

Hollandaise Sauce

  • 3 Egg yolks
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
  • ½ cup Butter, melted
  • 1 pinch Cayenne pepper
  • 1 pinch Salt

Instructions 

  1. 1. Toast the English muffins until golden brown.
  2. 2. In a saucepan, heat water to a gentle simmer. Add a splash of vinegar.
  3. 3. Crack eggs into individual bowls and gently slide them into the simmering water. Poach for 3-4 minutes.
  4. 4. In another pan, heat the Canadian bacon until browned.
  5. 5. For the hollandaise sauce, whisk egg yolks and lemon juice in a bowl. Slowly add melted butter while whisking continuously. Add cayenne pepper and salt to taste.
  6. 6. Assemble by placing Canadian bacon on each muffin half, followed by a poached egg. Drizzle with hollandaise sauce.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 300mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 3mg

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Eggs Benedict
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