31 minutes
A classic breakfast dish featuring poached eggs, Canadian bacon, and creamy hollandaise sauce served on toasted English muffins.
tablespoons
teaspoons
each
English Muffins, split
each
slices
Foolproof Hollandaise
0 recipe
1. Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven by adjusting the rack and switching on the broiler. This ensures everything will be ready simultaneously.
2. Prepare Skillet
Fill a 12-inch nonstick skillet with water, adding the 2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar and 1 teaspoon salt. Bring this to a boil.
3. Prepare Eggs
Crack three eggs each into four separate teacups. This makes it easier to slide them into the water all at once.
4. Poach Eggs
Once the water is boiling, gently lower the teacups into the skillet and tip the eggs into the water. Cover the skillet, remove it from the heat, and let it sit for exactly six minutes. If you prefer firmer yolks, let them sit for an additional 30-60 seconds.
5. Remove Eggs
After six minutes, use a slotted spoon to remove the eggs from the water. Let them drain briefly and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to remove any excess water.
6. Toast Muffins
Arrange the split English muffins on a rimmed baking sheet and broil until they are golden brown, which should take about 2-4 minutes.
7. Warm Bacon
Place a slice of Canadian bacon on each muffin half and return them to the broiler. Let them broil for about a minute until the bacon is warm and just starting to brown.
8. Assemble Eggs Benedict
To assemble your Eggs Benedict, place a poached egg on each muffin half. Generously spoon the Foolproof Hollandaise sauce over each egg. Serve immediately, passing any remaining hollandaise on the side.
Replace the Canadian bacon with smoked salmon, and consider adding a sprinkle of capers and red onion for extra flavor.
Replace the Canadian bacon with smoked salmon for a different flavor profile and a touch of luxury.
Swap the English muffin for a buttery, toasted croissant to add a French twist and a different texture.
Swap the Canadian bacon for sautéed spinach. This makes a great vegetarian option.
Add sautéed spinach and a slice of ripe tomato for a fresh and earthy twist, turning the dish into a Florentine-style Benedict.
Start with the best quality ingredients you can find. Fresh eggs, high-quality Canadian bacon, and real butter will make a significant difference in the final taste of your Eggs Benedict.
The key to a perfect poached egg is freshness and a gentle simmer. Use the freshest eggs possible and add a splash of white vinegar to the simmering water to help the egg whites coagulate. Create a gentle whirlpool before adding the egg for a better shape.
Have your English muffins toasted, meats warmed, and hollandaise ready to go just as your eggs finish poaching for optimal results.
Use an immersion blender or standard blender to emulsify the sauce until thick and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, thin it out with a teaspoon of warm water.
Assemble while everything is warm, layering the toasted English muffin, seared Canadian bacon, poached egg, and hollandaise sauce.
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