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Eggs Benedict with Hollandaise Sauce

Cultural Context

Eggs Benedict is a classic American brunch dish that originated in New York City in the late 19th century. Traditionally served at upscale brunches, it combines poached eggs, Canadian bacon, and a rich Hollandaise sauce atop toasted English muffins. Today, variations abound, with many adding unique ingredients like smoked salmon or spinach, making it a beloved dish around the world.

AmericanUSmain
30 min
medium
2 servings
Servings4
3 egg yolks
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 stick butter
1 tablespoon vinegar
Canadian bacon
English muffins

Canadian bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: ham

Turkey bacon reduces fat while ham is more affordable.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is heart-healthy, while margarine is cost-effective.

egg yolks

🥗Healthier: avocado

💰Cheaper: silken tofu

Avocado provides healthy fats, and tofu is a budget-friendly alternative.

Hollandaise sauce

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt sauce

💰Cheaper: cream sauce

Greek yogurt is lower in calories and cream sauce can be made with pantry staples.

1

Separate 3 egg yolks into a bowl.

2

Melt 1 stick of butter in the microwave.

3

Add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to the egg yolks.

4

In a pot, bring water to a gentle simmer and add 1 tablespoon of vinegar.

5

Use a colander to strain the egg whites from the yolks.

6

Create a vortex in the simmering water and drop the egg yolk into the center.

7

Poach the egg for about 3 minutes until the white is set and the yolk is runny.

8

Toast the English muffins with a little butter and cook the Canadian bacon.

9

Assemble by placing Canadian bacon on the muffin halves, topping with poached eggs, and drizzling with hollandaise sauce.

Cooking Techniques

toastingpoachingblending

Equipment Needed

bowlmicrowavepotcolander

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Allergens

eggsdairy

Also Known As

Benedict EggsEggs Benedict

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