Eggs Benedict with smoked salmon and hollandaise sauce.
Eggs Benedict is a rich and indulgent breakfast, perfect for special occasions. Topped with smoked salmon, spinach, or florentine, and drizzled with creamy hollandaise sauce, it’s the ultimate brunch dish.
Why You’ll Love This Eggs Benedict
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- Rich and creamy: The hollandaise sauce is silky and flavorful.
- Classic brunch dish: Perfect for impressing guests or a luxurious weekend breakfast.
- Versatile toppings: Add smoked salmon, spinach (Florentine), or even ham to customize your benedict.
- Easy to make: With just a few ingredients, this breakfast is easy to prepare at home.
Ingredients for the Best Eggs Benedict
- English muffin: The base for the eggs benedict.
- Eggs: Poached to perfection for the classic benedict.
- Smoked salmon or spinach (Florentine): For toppings, smoked salmon is classic, but spinach works too.
- Hollandaise sauce: Rich, buttery sauce to drizzle over the eggs and muffin.
- Fresh herbs: For garnish.
How to Make Eggs Benedict
- 1. Toast the muffins. Split and toast the English muffin halves until golden.
- 2. Poach the eggs. Poach eggs in simmering water until the whites are set but yolk is runny.
- 3. Make the hollandaise sauce. Whisk together egg yolks, lemon juice, and melted butter to make the creamy sauce.
- 4. Assemble the dish. Layer the toasted muffins, smoked salmon, poached eggs, and hollandaise sauce. Garnish with herbs.
Tips for Perfect Eggs Benedict
- Perfectly poached eggs: Use fresh eggs and cook them until the whites are set, but the yolk remains soft.
- Hollandaise sauce tips: Make sure your butter is warm to avoid curdling the sauce.
- Alternative toppings: You can swap smoked salmon for ham or sautéed spinach for Florentine-style.
Eggs Benedict Recipe Card
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Category: Brunch
Method: Poached
Cuisine: American