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Classic Eggs Benedict

Toasted English muffins, ribbons of Canadian bacon, soft poached eggs and a glossy hand-whisked hollandaise.

30minutes
2servings
4.8rating
Mediumlevel
In the kitchen

A few moments while we cooked this

Method

1

Whisk yolks and lemon over a bain marie, slowly stream in butter until thick. Season with cayenne and salt.

2

Crisp the bacon in a dry skillet for 2 minutes per side, then toast the muffin halves.

3

Poach eggs in barely simmering vinegar water for 3 minutes each.

4

Layer muffin, bacon, egg, then spoon hollandaise generously over the top.