Eggs Benedict: A Decadent and Delicious Brunch Classic
Eggs Benedict is a beloved brunch staple known for its luxurious and indulgent flavors.
Ingredients
- 4 English muffins, split
- 8 slices Canadian bacon or ham
- 8 large eggs
- 1 tbsp white vinegar
- Hollandaise sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- hopped parsley or chives, for garnish
Instructions
- Toast the English muffins and keep them warm.
- Cook the Canadian bacon or ham in a skillet until heated through and slightly browned. Set aside.
- Fill a large saucepan with water, add the vinegar, and bring it to a gentle simmer.
- Crack an egg into a small bowl and gently slide it into the simmering water. Repeat with the remaining eggs, cooking them in batches if necessary.
- Poach the eggs for 3-4 minutes, or until the whites are set and the yolks are still runny.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the eggs from the water and drain on paper towels.
- Assemble the Eggs Benedict: Place a slice of Canadian bacon on each English muffin half, top with a poached egg, spoon Hollandaise sauce over the top, and garnish with chopped parsley or chives.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 750kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 28gFat: 60gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 520mgSodium: 1320mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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