Eggs Benedict Recipe

Name: Eggs Benedict
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Yield: 1
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: english muffin: 57g; poached egg: 0g; canadian bacon or ham: 30g; hollandaise sauce: 0g; unsalted butter: 28g; egg yolk: 0g; lemon juice: 0g; mixed salad greens: 20g; salt and pepper: 0g; chives: 1g; paprika: 1g

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Eggs Benedict, a sumptuous dish renowned for its indulgent layers of flavors and textures, embodies the perfect blend of poached eggs, savory Canadian bacon or ham, and a rich, creamy Hollandaise sauce, all nestled atop a toasted English muffin. Accompanied by a light mixed salad greens, this dish presents a harmonious balance of taste and nutrition. Sprinkled with chives and a touch of paprika for garnish, Eggs Benedict not only delights the palate but also offers an elegant presentation.

🌎 American: Breakfast

🔥 Calories 450kcal
🍗 Protein 20g
🍚 Carbs 30g
🧈 Fat 30g

🥗 Ingredients:

english muffin (57g)
poached egg (0g)
canadian bacon or ham (30g)
hollandaise sauce (0g)
unsalted butter (28g)
egg yolk (0g)
lemon juice (0g)
mixed salad greens (20g)
salt and pepper (0g)
chives (1g)
paprika (1g)

🍳 How to cook (1 serving):

Cooking Time: 20 minutesPreperation Time: 15 minutes

Preparing the Hollandaise Sauce

Begin by whisking egg yolk and lemon juice together in a heatproof bowl. Gradically add melted unsalted butter, whisking constantly, until sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Assembling the Eggs Benedict

Toast the English muffin halves and set aside. Cook the Canadian bacon or ham to your liking. Poach the egg to desired doneness. Assemble the dish by placing Canadian bacon or ham on each muffin half, top with a poached egg, and then drizzle with Hollandaise sauce. Garnish with chives and paprika.

⭐️ Nutrition facts:

This dish offers a good balance of macronutrients, containing approximately 20 grams of protein, 30 grams of carbs, and 30 grams of fats. The mixed salad greens add a fresh element, contributing additional vitamins and minerals.