Classic Eggs Benedict

    Classic Eggs Benedict

    Buttery English muffins topped with Canadian bacon, poached eggs, and silky Hollandaise sauce.

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    45 minsHard4 servings

    Nutrition per serving

    580

    Calories

    26g

    Protein

    32g

    Carbs

    40g

    Fat

    Ingredients

    • 4English Muffins
    • 8Eggs
    • 8 slicesCanadian Bacon
    • 1 cup, meltedButter
    • 3Egg Yolks
    • 1 tbspLemon Juice

    Instructions

    1. 1

      Whisk 3 yolks and lemon juice over a double boiler, slowly adding melted butter to create Hollandaise.

    2. 2

      Poach 8 eggs in simmering water with a splash of vinegar.

    3. 3

      Toast muffins and sear the Canadian bacon in a pan.

    4. 4

      Assemble by placing bacon on muffins, followed by an egg, and a generous drizzle of sauce.

    Nutrition Facts

    Servings 4Serving Size 1

    Amount Per Serving

    Calories580

    % Daily Value *

    Total Fat 40g51%
    Saturated Fat 18g90%
    Trans Fat 0g
    Cholesterol 185mg62%
    Sodium 310mg13%
    Total Carbohydrate 32g12%
    Dietary Fiber 3g11%
    Sugars 4.8g
    Protein 26g52%
    Vitamin A 500 IUVitamin C 28 mgCalcium 45 mgIron 1.2 mg

    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

    💡 Tips for Classic Eggs Benedict

    • • Prepare ingredients the night before for a quicker morning routine.
    • • Use room-temperature eggs for more even cooking and better volume.
    • • Roll citrus on the counter before juicing to get more juice out.

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