Crab Eggs Benedict

By s_curtis444

Rich crab meat and the classic flavors of eggs benendict come together to make this brunch-worthy recipe that is sure to make any one who eats it salivate with hunger. This recipes broils its benedicts for a subtly charred effect that tantalizes the taste buds and ensure and exciting meal to start the day.

Ingredients

• 3 egg yolks
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 10 tablespoon butter
• 4 english muffins, split
• 8 slices Canadian bacon, cooked
• 1/2 (16-ounce) package imitation crab, chopped
• 8 poached eggs

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat broiler. To prepare hollandaise sauce whisk egg yolks, salt, and red pepper in top of a double boiler over simmering water until warm; gradually add lemon juice to egg yolk mixture, stirring constantly. Add 3 tablespoons butter to egg mixture; cook over hot (not boiling) water, stirring constantly with a wire whisk until butter melts.

Add another 3 tablespoons butter, stirring constantly. As sauce thickens, stir in 2 tablespoons butter. Cook until temp reaches 160°F, stirring constantly.

Meanwhile, spread cut sides of muffins with remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Broil 3-inches from heat for 1 minute or until lightly browned.

Place a slice of Canadian bacon and 2 tablespoons of crab on each muffin half; top with 1 poached egg and spoon sauce over the top.