Eggs Benedict with Shortcut Hollandaise Recipe

Name: Eggs Benedict with Shortcut Hollandaise
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tbsp. white vinegar; 1 egg + 3 egg yolks; 1 tbsp. lemon juice; 1/2 c. (1 stick) butter plus 1 tbsp. butter, melted; Pinch of cayenne; kosher salt; Black pepper; 2 slices back bacon; 1 English muffin; Chives, chopped for garnish

Servings: persons

2 tbsp. white vinegar
1 egg + 3 egg yolks
1 tbsp. lemon juice
1/2 c. (1 stick) butter plus 1 tbsp. butter, melted
Pinch of cayenne
kosher salt
Black pepper
2 slices back bacon
1 English muffin
Chives, chopped for garnish

1
Bring large pot of water to boil and add in vinegar.
2
Reduce heat so water is at gentle simmer.
3
Crack egg into small bowl and carefully pour it into simmering water.
4
Poach egg for 3 minutes and remove with slotted spoon.
5
To make hollandaise, add 3 egg yolks and lemon juice to blender.
6
Pulse to combine.
7
Set blender to low and slowly add all melted butter while it is running*.
8
Continue to blend until sauce is thick and frothy.
9
Add pinch of cayenne and season with salt and pepper.
10
If sauce is too thick, add warm water 1 tsp.
11
at a time to loosen it.
12
Fry back bacon on medium high heat for 2 to 3 minutes per side until beginning to brown.
13
To build sandwich, toast and butter English muffin.
14
Place back bacon on bottom half then top with poached egg and drizzle with hollandaise.
15
Garnish with chopped chives and top with other half of the English muffin

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 tbsp. white vinegar, 1 egg + 3 egg yolks, 1 tbsp. lemon juice, 1/2 c. (1 stick) butter plus 1 tbsp. butter, melted, and more.

Yes, Eggs Benedict with Shortcut Hollandaise 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 with Shortcut Hollandaise

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