Eggs Benedict
Eggs Benedict is a classic breakfast dish that is loved by many. This dish consists 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 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
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- For the hollandaise sauce:
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Salt and cayenne pepper, to taste
To start, prepare the hollandaise sauce by whisking together the egg yolks and lemon juice in a heatproof bowl. Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water and whisk constantly until the mixture thickens and doubles in volume. Slowly drizzle in the melted butter while whisking constantly, until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Season with salt and cayenne 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, 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 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 sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
The appearance of Eggs Benedict is simply stunning, with the bright yellow yolk of the poached egg and the creamy hollandaise sauce drizzled over the top. The taste is equally impressive, with the rich and buttery hollandaise sauce perfectly complementing the salty Canadian bacon and the perfectly cooked egg.
In two words, Eggs Benedict can be described as 'Classic Brunch'. The three main ingredients are English muffin, Canadian bacon, and hollandaise sauce.
