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Eggs Benedict for a Crowd: Poached Eggs, Canadian Bacon, and Hollandaise on Toasted English Muffins Recipe

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Classic Eggs Benedict made easy for a crowd, featuring perfectly poached eggs, warm Canadian bacon, and a smooth, creamy hollandaise sauce atop toasted English muffins. This recipe is ideal for special occasions like Easter brunch and can be mostly prepared ahead of time for a stress-free serving.

Ingredients

For the English Muffins

  • 6 English muffins, cut in half
  • 6 tablespoons salted butter

For the Toppings

  • 12 poached eggs
  • Slices of ham or cooked Canadian bacon, warmed (12 slices)
  • 1 cup hollandaise sauce
  • ¼ cup minced fresh herbs (chives, parsley, or dill)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and position a rack in the center of the oven for even toasting.
  2. Prepare English Muffins: Butter each half of the English muffins with approximately ½ tablespoon of salted butter. Arrange the muffin halves on a large baking sheet in a single layer.
  3. Toast Muffins: Bake the buttered muffins in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes or until they become golden brown and crispy on top.
  4. Heat Poached Eggs and Sauce: While the English muffins are toasting, gently warm the poached eggs and prepare or heat the hollandaise sauce according to your preferred recipe instructions, ensuring they are ready to be served warm.
  5. Assemble the Eggs Benedict: Place the toasted English muffins on a large serving platter. Layer each muffin half with a slice of warm Canadian bacon or ham, then carefully top each with a poached egg. Drizzle generously with hollandaise sauce over all.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the minced fresh herbs over the assembled Eggs Benedict for a fresh, vibrant finish. Serve immediately to enjoy the dish at its best.

Notes

  • Poached eggs can be prepared ahead of time and gently reheated in simmering water before serving.
  • Hollandaise sauce can be made in advance and kept warm using a double boiler or slow cooker on low heat.
  • Butter the English muffins right before toasting to ensure crispness and flavor.
  • Use fresh herbs that complement the dish to enhance flavor and presentation.
  • For a lighter option, substitute Canadian bacon with smoked turkey or omit the meat altogether.

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