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Poor Man's Eggs Benedict Sans Sauce Recipe

A quick and easy twist on Eggs Benedict, this recipe skips the fussy sauce for a satisfying breakfast or brunch that's ready in under 20 minutes! Originally discovered in a vintage women's magazine, this 'Poor Man's' version is incredibly flavorful and surprisingly simple. Perfect for a weekday morning or a relaxed weekend brunch. Feel free to add Cookiedog's recipe #208149 (noted below) for a richer experience if you're feeling ambitious.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 702.6 kcal
Protein 67g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Poor Man's Eggs Benedict Sans Sauce

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How to Make Poor Man's Eggs Benedict Sans Sauce

  1. Toast your English muffins to your desired level of crispness.
  2. While the muffins toast, cook your bacon until crispy. Set aside on paper towels to drain excess grease.
  3. In a separate pan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Crack the eggs gently into the pan.
  4. Cook the eggs to your liking (sunny-side up, over easy, etc.).
  5. Place a slice of toasted English muffin on each plate.
  6. Top each muffin with 2-3 slices of crispy bacon.
  7. Carefully place a cooked egg on top of the bacon.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy! Optional: Add a sprinkle of salt and pepper to taste.
  9. For a richer experience, try adding hollandaise sauce using Cookiedog's recipe #208149.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

88 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

79g

Carbs

11g

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