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Eggs Benedict has a reputation. Fancy. Fussy. Hollandaise that gives up immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But here’s the truth: it’s just five components. Toast. Pork. Egg. Sauce. Repeat. This recipe walks you through an idiot-proof hollandaise (no double boiler tantrums) and poached eggs that actually look like eggs. You’ve got this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Serves 4 (2 muffins each).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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4 English muffins, split and toasted<\/li>\n\n\n\n
8 slices Canadian bacon (or thick-cut ham)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
8 large eggs (fresh = better poaching)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
2 tablespoons white vinegar (for poaching water)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Paprika or fresh chives, for garnish<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
For the Hollandaise:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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3 large egg yolks<\/li>\n\n\n\n
1 tablespoon lemon juice (fresh is key)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
\u00bd cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted and hot<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Pinch of cayenne or white pepper<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Salt to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Step-by-Step Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Step 1: Warm the Bacon<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
In a skillet over medium heat, warm Canadian bacon for 1 minute per side. Set aside.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Step 2: Make Hollandaise (The Easy Way)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
In a blender, add egg yolks, lemon juice, cayenne, and salt. Blend for 5 seconds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
With blender running, slowly drizzle in hot melted butter. Blend until thick and creamy. Keep warm (place blender cup in a bowl of hot water).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Step 3: Poach the Eggs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
Fill a medium pot with 3 inches of water. Add vinegar. Bring to a simmer (not a rolling boil).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Crack one egg into a small bowl. Swirl water gently, then slide egg in. Repeat for 2-3 eggs at a time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Poach for 3-4 minutes for runny yolk. Remove with a slotted spoon. Drain on a paper towel.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Step 4: Assemble<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
Place a toasted English muffin half on a plate. Top with Canadian bacon, then a poached egg.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Spoon hollandaise generously over the top. Sprinkle with paprika or chives.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Step 5: Serve Immediately<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
Eggs Benedict waits for no one. Eat while warm and runny.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Difficulty:<\/strong> Medium (mostly patience, not skill)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Storage Notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Not recommended:<\/strong> Eggs Benedict is a one-act play. Hollandaise doesn’t reheat well. Poached eggs get weird.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Partial make-ahead:<\/strong> Poach eggs a day ahead. Store in cold water in the fridge. Reheat in simmering water for 30 seconds before serving. Make hollandaise fresh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Leftover hollandaise:<\/strong> Fridge for 1 day max. Reheat gently in a bowl over warm water, whisking constantly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Toasted English muffins, buttery poached eggs, salty Canadian bacon, and a velvety lemon-hollandaise that won’t break on you. Impressive enough for brunch guests. Easy enough for a lazy Sunday.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2173,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[73],"tags":[1801,142,1800,1799,591,588,1798],"class_list":["post-2137","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-quick_meals","tag-breakfast-for-guests","tag-brunch-recipe","tag-canadian-bacon","tag-eggs-benedict-recipe","tag-hollandaise-sauce","tag-poached-eggs","tag-traditional-eggs-benedict"],"yoast_head":"\n
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