Classic Eggs Benedict
Classic Eggs Benedict is a delicious breakfast dish that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is made up of a toasted English muffin, topped with a slice of Canadian bacon, a poached egg, and a rich and creamy hollandaise sauce. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is simply irresistible.
To make Classic Eggs Benedict, you will need the following ingredients per serving:
- 1 English muffin, split and toasted
- 1 slice of Canadian bacon
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
To start, prepare the hollandaise sauce by whisking together the egg yolk and lemon juice in a small bowl. Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water and whisk constantly until the mixture thickens. Slowly drizzle in the melted butter while continuing to whisk until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Next, prepare the poached egg by bringing a pot of water to a simmer and adding the white vinegar. Crack the egg into a small bowl and gently slide it into the simmering water. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the egg white is set but the yolk is still runny. Remove the egg with a slotted spoon and place it on a paper towel to drain.
To assemble the Classic Eggs Benedict, place the toasted English muffin halves on a plate. Top each half with a slice of Canadian bacon, followed by the poached egg. Spoon the hollandaise sauce over the top of the eggs and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
The appearance of Classic Eggs Benedict is elegant and sophisticated, with the bright yellow yolk and creamy hollandaise sauce contrasting beautifully against the toasted English muffin and Canadian bacon. The taste is rich and indulgent, with the buttery hollandaise sauce perfectly complementing the salty bacon and runny egg yolk.
In two words, this dish can be described as 'Egg Delight'. The three main ingredients are English muffin, Canadian bacon, and hollandaise sauce.
