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Egg Benedict

Cultural Context

Egg Benedict is a classic American brunch dish believed to have originated in New York City in the late 19th century. Traditionally served on weekends, it features poached eggs atop canadian bacon and toasted english muffins, all drizzled with rich hollandaise sauce. Today, variations abound, including the use of smoked salmon or spinach, making it a beloved choice in brunch menus worldwide.

AmericanUSmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 slices crispy bacon
4 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon chili grounds
4 fresh eggs
1 cup champagne mushrooms, sliced
2 english muffins
2 cups baby cos lettuce
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

canadian bacon

🥗Healthier: smoked turkey

💰Cheaper: ham

Smoked turkey reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

hollandaise sauce

🥗Healthier: avocado sauce

💰Cheaper: mayonnaise

Avocado sauce provides creaminess with healthier fats.

1

Melt butter in a pan and let it cool slightly.

2

Separate the egg yolks from the egg whites and whisk the yolks.

3

Cut cherry tomatoes in half and set aside.

4

Prepare the mushrooms and baby cos lettuce by cutting them appropriately.

5

Cook the bacon in a skillet until crispy, then caramelize with a teaspoon of sugar.

6

Toast the english muffins in the bacon oil until golden brown.

7

In a separate pan, heat water and add a splash of vinegar and salt to poach the eggs.

8

Create a swirl in the water and gently add the eggs to poach for about four minutes.

9

Prepare the hollandaise sauce by whisking the egg yolks over a double boiler, slowly adding melted butter, lemon juice, salt, and chili grounds.

10

Assemble the dish by layering the toasted english muffin, bacon, poached egg, and hollandaise sauce, topped with vegetables.

Cooking Techniques

poachingtoastingsauce-making

Equipment Needed

skilletpancupplatepaper towels

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkeggs

Also Known As

Eggs BenedictBenedict Eggs

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