Gluten-Free Eggs Benedict

Ingredients:

4 large eggs
4 slices of Canadian bacon or gluten-free ham
2 gluten-free English muffins, split and toasted
1 tablespoon white vinegar
Hollandaise Sauce (store-bought or homemade, see instructions below)
Chopped fresh chives (optional, for garnish)
Salt and pepper to taste
Hollandaise Sauce:

3 large egg yolks
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
Salt to taste

Instructions:

Prepare the Hollandaise Sauce:

In a blender, combine the egg yolks and lemon juice. Blend for about 20 seconds until well mixed.
While the blender is running, slowly stream in the melted butter until the sauce thickens. This should take about 2 minutes.
Add a pinch of cayenne pepper (if using) and salt to taste. Blend again for a few seconds. Keep the sauce warm.
Fill a large, deep skillet or saucepan with about 2 inches of water and add the white vinegar. Bring the water to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

While the water is heating, crack one egg into a small bowl. Using a spoon, create a gentle whirlpool in the simmering water by stirring it in a circular motion.

Gently slide the egg into the center of the whirlpool. The swirling water will help the egg white wrap around the yolk.

Poach the egg for about 3-4 minutes for a soft, runny yolk or longer for a firmer yolk. Use a slotted spoon to carefully remove the poached egg and drain any excess water.

Repeat the poaching process with the remaining eggs.

While poaching the eggs, place the Canadian bacon or gluten-free ham slices in a separate skillet and heat over medium-high heat until warmed through.

To assemble, place a toasted gluten-free English muffin half on each plate, followed by a slice of Canadian bacon or ham.

Carefully place a poached egg on top of each muffin half.

Spoon Hollandaise Sauce generously over each poached egg.

Garnish with chopped fresh chives if desired and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serve your gluten-free Eggs Benedict immediately, and enjoy!

This gluten-free Eggs Benedict recipe makes a delicious and indulgent brunch or breakfast option.