How many ways are there to Benny?
Eggs Benedict traditionally consists of English muffin halves topped with poached eggs, Canadian bacon, and hollandaise. Since the oldest-known recipe for it has been around for over a century now, chefs have been adding their own regional and personal twists to the dish.
For example, Eggs Florentine substitutes the ham with spinach. Eggs Chesapeake substitutes the ham with a Maryland blue crab cake instead.
At downtown restaurant Nook, the Godfather Benedict swaps out the Canadian bacon for prosciutto. Their interpretation also adds arugula and balsamic drizzle for a bit of bitter and sweet tang to balance out the rich hollandaise.
Although the balsamic drizzle may seem minor, the boost of acidity makes all the difference. If you want it even lighter, get a mimosa. Definitely.
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Nook is located at 1 E. Congress St. For more information, visit nookdowntown.com.
Article written by:
Jackie Tran
More about JackieJackie Tran is a Tucson-based food writer, photographer, culinary educator, and owner-chef of the now-closed food truck Tran’s Fats. Although he is best known locally for his work for Tucson Foodie, his work has also appeared in publications such as Bon Appétit, National Geographic, and the New York Times.
An adventurous foodie, he enjoys culinary experiences ranging from seasonal omakase to sloppily devouring green chili patty melts in his car afterhours. His favorite foods include aguachile, garlic noodles, and leftover fried chicken illuminated by the fridge light. His favorite drinks include morning micheladas, fireside imperial stouts, candle-lit negroni, and grassy mezcales.
Outside of food, he also loves playing musical instruments, karaoke, Tetris, Super Smash Bros. Melee, and petting Addie’s dog Spaghetti.
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