If you are looking for Simple Breakfast Recipes Continental then Eggs Benedict is an option this recipe combines poached eggs, ham, and English muffins, topped with rich hollandaise sauce.
You might also like our potato gratin recipe.
Ingredients for Eggs Benedict
- 4 English muffins, split and toasted
- 8 slices of ham or Canadian bacon
- 8 eggs, for poaching
- 2 teaspoons white vinegar (for poaching eggs)
- Fresh chives, for garnish
For Hollandaise Sauce
- 4 egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- Salt, to taste
Cooking Materials:
- Pot for poaching eggs
- Skillet for ham/bacon
- Blender or whisk for hollandaise sauce
- Slotted spoon
- Toaster or grill for muffins
- Serving plates
Preparation Steps
- Poaching Eggs: Bring a pot of water to a gentle simmer and add vinegar. Crack eggs into the water and poach for 3-4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon.
- Preparing Hollandaise Sauce: In a blender, combine egg yolks, lemon juice, and cayenne pepper. Blend until smooth, then slowly add melted butter until the sauce thickens.
- Cooking Ham/Bacon: In a skillet, lightly brown the ham or Canadian bacon.
- Assembling Eggs Benedict: Place ham/bacon on each muffin half, top with a poached egg, and drizzle with hollandaise sauce.
- Garnishing: Sprinkle with chopped chives for a fresh finish.
Serving Tips
- Serve immediately while the hollandaise is warm and creamy.
- Pair with a fresh fruit salad or a light green salad for a balanced meal.
- A cup of freshly brewed coffee or tea complements this dish perfectly.
