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History of Eggs Benedict

Hey food lovers! Ever wondered where Eggs Benedict came from? This tasty brunch classic has a couple of origin stories, but here's a simple version:

The dish likely started in New York City. One popular story says it was created in the 1860s at Delmonico's Restaurant. A regular customer named Mrs. LeGrand Benedict wanted something new for lunch. The chef came up with the perfect combo: poached eggs, ham, and hollandaise sauce on an English muffin.

Another tale claims a man named Lemuel Benedict ordered a similar dish at the Waldorf Hotel in 1894 to cure a hangover. The hotel loved it and added it to their menu!

Whichever story is true, I think we are just glad Eggs Benedict exists! 🥚🍳


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