Christmas Brunch: “Do Ahead” Eggs Benedict
๐ Cook Time: 40 minutes
๐ Prep Time: 25 minutes
๐ Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
๐ณ Servings: 8
Description:
Indulge in a delightful Christmas Brunch tradition with these “Do Ahead” Eggs Benedict. Perfectly soft-centered eggs atop crispy bacon and English muffins, smothered in a creamy sauce and topped with a crunchy buttery cornflake topping. This recipe, originating from “Company’s Coming for Christmas,” guarantees a memorable morning feast with minimal last-minute fuss.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | English muffins |
| 16 | slices of bacon |
| 8 | eggs |
| 1/4 cup | butter |
| 1/4 cup | margarine |
| 1 cup | flour |
| 1/4 tsp | paprika |
| 1/4 tsp | pepper |
| 1/4 tsp | nutmeg |
| 1 cup | milk |
| 2 cups | Swiss cheese |
| 2 tbsp | dry white wine |
| 1 tbsp | butter (for topping) |
| 1 cup | cornflakes |
Instructions:
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Preparation: Preheat your oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC). Arrange the English muffin halves, cut side up, in a 9×13-inch ovenproof pan.
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Bacon: Fry the bacon until it’s irresistibly crisp. Remove excess fat by blotting with a paper towel. Place two slices of bacon on each English muffin half.
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Poached Eggs: Poach the eggs until they’re just set. Carefully lift each egg and place one on top of each bacon-topped muffin half.
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Sauce: In a saucepan, melt 1/4 cup of butter. Stir in the flour, paprika, pepper, and nutmeg until well combined. Gradually add the milk, stirring continuously until the mixture boils and thickens. Incorporate the Swiss cheese and white wine, stirring until the cheese melts completely. Allow the sauce to cool slightly, then spoon it generously over the prepared eggs.
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Topping: Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a separate saucepan. Add the cornflakes, stirring until coated. Allow the mixture to cool, then sprinkle it evenly over the top of the sauce-covered eggs.
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Refrigeration: Cover the prepared dish and refrigerate overnight, allowing the flavors to meld and the ingredients to marry perfectly.
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Baking: The next morning, remove the dish from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature while you preheat the oven. Once the oven is heated to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC), bake the Eggs Benedict for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through and the tops are golden brown and crispy.
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Serving: Serve your delicious “Do Ahead” Eggs Benedict hot from the oven, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh herbs if desired, and revel in the joy of a stress-free, flavorful Christmas Brunch!
Enjoy this delectable dish as a centerpiece for your holiday spread, allowing you to spend more time with loved ones and less time in the kitchen. With its perfectly balanced flavors and convenient make-ahead preparation, this recipe is sure to become a cherished tradition in your home for many Christmases to come! ๐๐ณ
