Ingredients
– 4 large eggs
– 2 English muffins, split and toasted
– 2 cups fresh spinach
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 tablespoon white vinegar (for poaching eggs)
Instructions
Creating the delicious Eggs Benedict Florentine involves the following steps:
1. Prepare the Spinach: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the fresh spinach and sauté until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
2. Toast the English Muffins: While the spinach is cooking, split and toast the English muffins until golden brown. Set aside.
3. Prepare the Hollandaise Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and lemon juice until pale. Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water, ensuring the bowl doesn’t touch the water to prevent curdling. Gradually whisk in the melted butter until smooth and creamy.
4. Season the Hollandaise: Remove from heat and season the hollandaise sauce with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using. Keep warm.
5. Poach the Eggs: In a pot, bring water to a gentle simmer. Add the white vinegar. Crack an egg into a small bowl, then gently slide it into the simmering water. Repeat with the remaining eggs, poaching for about 3-4 minutes until the whites are set, and the yolks remain runny. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain excess water.
6. Assemble the Dish: On each toasted muffin half, layer the sautéed spinach and then top with a poached egg.
7. Drench in Hollandaise: Generously drizzle the warm hollandaise sauce over the poached eggs.
8. Serve Immediately: Serve Eggs Benedict Florentine immediately while everything is warm and fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Fat: 30g
- Protein: 20g