THE PERFECT EGGS BENEDICT

Making an Eggs Benedict is such a simple breakfast idea that is actually easier than you think.

The must-have components are crispy bacon, warm buttered toasted English muffins, poached eggs & a creamy Hollandaise sauce.

Tip: You can replace the bacon with slices of smoked salmon, add avocado & I love to add arugula mixed with balsamic glaze on top!

"THEY SAY IF YOU STARE AT AN EGGS BENEDICT FOR TOO LONG, YOU FALL INTO A HOLLANDAZE"

INGREDIENTS

• 8 pieces of bacon

• 2 eggs

• 2 teaspoons of rice vinegar

• 2 English muffins

• Butter

• lemon juice

• basil pesto

• salt & pepper

• cayenne/chilli flakes

• smoked ham

• arugula

• balsamic glaze/dressing

HOLLANDAISE SAUCE

• 10 tablespoons unsalted butter

• 3 egg yolks

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

• salt to taste

• dash of cayenne

• lemon juice

METHOD FOR THE HOLLANDAISE SAUCE

• melt 10 Tbsp unsalted butter

• add the 3 egg yolks, a tablespoon of lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon of salt into a blender. Blend this on medium to medium high speed for a period of 20-30 seconds until the eggs lighten in colour.

• turn the blender down to its lowest setting, slowly dribble in the hot melted butter while the mixture is still blending.

• taste for salt and lemon juice to taste

ASSEMBLING YOUR EGGS BENEDICT

1. Open your English Muffins and lightly butter either side

2. Add a slice of smoked ham on either side

3. Place your poached eggs on top

4. Drizzle your hollandaise sauce over

5. Add arugula

6. ( instead of bacon strips I added bacon bits )

7. Finally, add a drop of basil pesto & chilli flakes

I hope these simple steps help you create your perfect Eggs Benedict!

Hollandaise sauce is a simple & easy way to add creativity to the normal breakfast - bacon & eggs.

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