Eggs Benedict Recipe

Name: Eggs Benedict
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 English muffins, split, toasted and buttered; 4 thick slices ham or Canadian bacon, warmed; 4 poached eggs; 1/2 cup Hollandaise Sauce; 3 large egg yolks; 1 1/2 tablespoons cold water; 1/2 cup warm clarified butter; 1 to 3 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; Dash hot red pepper sauce (optional); Salt and ground white pepper to taste

Servings: persons

2 English muffins, split, toasted and buttered
4 thick slices ham or Canadian bacon, warmed
4 poached eggs
1/2 cup Hollandaise Sauce
3 large egg yolks
1 1/2 tablespoons cold water
1/2 cup warm clarified butter
1 to 3 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
Dash hot red pepper sauce (optional)
Salt and ground white pepper to taste

1
Place in the top of a double boiler or in a large stainless-steel bowl set up as a double boiler.
2
Off the heat, whisk the egg mixture until it becomes light and frothy.
3
Place the top of the double boiler or the bowl over, not in, barely simmering water and continue to whisk until the eggs are thickened, 2 to 4 minutes, being careful not to let the eggs get too hot.
4
Remove the pan or bowl from over the water and whisk to slightly cool the mixture.
5
Whisking constantly, very slowly add butter, then whisk in lemon juice, pepper sauce and salt and pepper.
6
If the sauce is too thick, whisk in a few drops of warm water.
7
Serve immediately or keep the sauce warm for up to 30 minutes by placing the bowl in water (not hot) water.

1360

kcal

Calories

123

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 English muffins, split, toasted and buttered, 4 thick slices ham or Canadian bacon, warmed, 4 poached eggs, 1/2 cup Hollandaise Sauce, and more.

Yes, Eggs Benedict falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Eggs Benedict

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