Enjoy a classic brunch with this Eggs Benedict recipe, featuring perfectly poached eggs and a rich, creamy hollandaise sauce.
Author:Chloe Thompson
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:2 servings
Category:Brunch
Method:Poaching and Pan-frying
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
2 English muffins, split
4 strips bacon
4 large eggs
2 tablespoons white vinegar
For the Hollandaise Sauce:
3 large egg yolks
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Toast the English muffin halves until golden brown.
Cook the bacon until crisp. Drain on paper towels.
Prepare the Hollandaise sauce: Whisk egg yolks and lemon juice in a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water. Gradually whisk in the melted butter until the sauce is thick and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
Poach the eggs: Bring a saucepan of water to a gentle simmer. Add vinegar. Carefully crack each egg into the simmering water. Poach for 3-4 minutes, or until the whites are set and yolks are still runny.
Assemble the Benedict: Place a toasted English muffin half on each plate. Top with a slice of bacon, a poached egg, and a generous spoonful of hollandaise sauce.
Notes
Ensure your hollandaise sauce ingredients are at room temperature for the best emulsification.
If you prefer, you can use Canadian bacon or smoked salmon instead of regular bacon.
Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.