Description
Eggs Benedict is the epitome of brunch elegance, combining poached eggs, savory bacon, and rich hollandaise sauce atop toasted English muffins. This delightful dish delivers a harmonious blend of flavors and textures, making it perfect for special occasions or a luxurious weekend breakfast. With its impressive presentation and indulgent taste, Eggs Benedict will certainly impress your guests and become a staple in your brunch repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 8 slices back bacon (Canadian bacon)
- 4 English muffins, halved
- ¼ cup butter, softened
- 1 cup hollandaise sauce
- 1 tablespoon chives, finely chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Poach the eggs: Boil water in a pot, add vinegar, reduce to simmer. Crack an egg into a ramekin and gently drop it into the water. Cook for about 4 minutes until whites are set. Remove with a slotted spoon.
- Prepare the bacon: In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook back bacon until browned on both sides (1-2 minutes). Set aside.
- Toast the muffins: Preheat oven to broil. Butter each muffin half and place cut side up on a baking sheet. Broil until golden brown (1-3 minutes).
- Assemble: Place a slice of bacon on each muffin half, top with a poached egg, drizzle with hollandaise sauce, and garnish with chives before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Poaching, Skillet, Broiling
- Cuisine: Brunch
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 1050mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 290mg