Description
Classic Eggs Benedict features perfectly toasted English muffins topped with warm Canadian bacon, delicately poached eggs, and a rich, creamy homemade hollandaise sauce. This elegant breakfast dish combines savory flavors and smooth textures, making it a perfect choice for special occasions or a luxurious morning treat.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Base:
- 4 English muffins, split
- 8 slices Canadian bacon (or ham)
For Poached Eggs:
- 8 eggs
For Hollandaise Sauce:
- 3 egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon dry mustard powder
- ½ cup butter, melted
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the hollandaise sauce: In a blender, combine the egg yolks, lemon juice, and dry mustard powder. Blend on low speed until the ingredients are well combined.
- Incorporate melted butter: With the blender running on low, slowly drizzle in the melted butter. Continue blending until the mixture thickens into a creamy sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste and set aside.
- Toast and warm bacon: Preheat the broiler to high. Arrange the English muffin halves and Canadian bacon slices on a baking sheet. Broil for 2-3 minutes, just until the muffins are lightly browned and the bacon is warmed. Remove from the oven.
- Poach the eggs: Bring a pot of water to a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer. Crack each egg into a small bowl, then carefully slide it into the simmering water. Poach the eggs one at a time for 3-5 minutes, depending on your preferred yolk consistency.
- Assemble the dish: Place one slice of warmed Canadian bacon on each English muffin half. Top each with a poached egg. Season the eggs with salt and pepper, then generously spoon hollandaise sauce over the top. Optionally, garnish with a sprinkle of paprika or chopped parsley for color and extra flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh eggs for the best poaching results.
- Maintain the blender on low speed while adding the butter slowly to prevent the hollandaise from breaking.
- Serve immediately for optimal freshness and texture.
- For a lighter version, consider using less butter in the sauce or substituting with olive oil.
- Garnishing with smoked paprika or fresh herbs like chives or parsley complements the flavors beautifully.
