Fancy Eggs Benedict with Crispy Bacon
Cuisine: American
A gourmet twist on a classic breakfast, featuring poached eggs, crispy bacon, and rich hollandaise sauce on toasted English muffins.
Difficulty: MEDIUM
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Serving Size: Serves 2
Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs
- 4 slices of thick-cut bacon
- 2 English muffins, split
- 1/2 cup hollandaise sauce
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh chives for garnish
Directions:
- Cook the bacon in an air fryer at 400°F for 8-10 minutes until crispy.
- While the bacon is cooking, bring a pot of water to a simmer and add the white vinegar.
- Crack each egg into a small bowl and gently slide them into the simmering water, poaching for about 3-4 minutes.
- Toast the English muffins until golden brown.
- Assemble the dish by placing a slice of bacon on each half of the English muffin, topping with a poached egg, and drizzling with hollandaise sauce.
- Season with salt, pepper, and garnish with fresh chives before serving.