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    Classic Eggs Benedict

    Classic Eggs Benedict

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

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    40 minsHard2 servings

    Nutrition per serving

    580

    Calories

    24g

    Protein

    26g

    Carbs

    42g

    Fat

    Ingredients

    • 2, splitEnglish Muffins
    • 4Large Eggs
    • 4 slicesCanadian Bacon
    • 1/2 cup, meltedUnsalted Butter
    • 2Egg Yolks (for sauce)
    • 1 tbspLemon Juice
    • 1 pinchCayenne Pepper

    Instructions

    1. 1

      Blend egg yolks, lemon juice, and cayenne until pale.

    2. 2

      Slowly drizzle in hot melted butter while blending to create the emulsion.

    3. 3

      Poach eggs in simmering water with a splash of vinegar for 3 minutes.

    4. 4

      Toast muffins and sear the Canadian bacon.

    5. 5

      Assemble by layering muffin, bacon, egg, and a generous pour of Hollandaise.

    Nutrition Facts

    Servings 2Serving Size 1

    Amount Per Serving

    Calories580

    % Daily Value *

    Total Fat 42g54%
    Saturated Fat 18.9g95%
    Trans Fat 0g
    Cholesterol 185mg62%
    Sodium 420mg18%
    Total Carbohydrate 26g9%
    Dietary Fiber 2g7%
    Sugars 3.9g
    Protein 24g48%
    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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