How to Make the BEST Eggs Benedict | How to Poach Eggs

Canadian bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: ham

Turkey bacon is lower in fat, while ham is often more affordable.

hollandaise sauce

🥗Healthier: avocado sauce

💰Cheaper: mayonnaise

Avocado sauce is nutritious, while mayonnaise is a budget-friendly alternative.

Fill a medium-sized pot with about 3 inches of water and bring it to a boil.

Reduce the water to a bubbling simmer with small bubbles, not rolling.

Add a splash of white vinegar to the water.

Crack an egg into a heat-proof small cup or measuring cup.

Gently lower the egg into the simmering water, allowing it to slip out of the cup.

Poach the egg for 3 to 5 minutes, depending on desired softness (4 minutes for soft poached).

Remove the poached egg with a slotted spoon and repeat the process for three more eggs.

While the eggs are poaching, heat a frying pan over medium-high heat (375°F or 190°C).

Place 4 to 8 slices of Canadian bacon in the pan and fry for about 1 minute per side.

Finely chop fresh chives into small pieces.

Lightly toast two sliced English muffins until lightly golden brown.

Add about 1 to 2 tablespoons of melted salted butter to the inside of each toasted muffin.

Place a slice or two of Canadian bacon on top of the buttered muffin.

Carefully top the Canadian bacon with the poached egg.

Garnish with hollandaise sauce (homemade or store-bought) and sprinkle with freshly chopped chives.

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