How Many Calories ... in Eggs Benedict?
My ideal Sunday starts off with a leisurely brunch with the girls, gossiping and sharing news and giggling over this and that. And in this perfect brunch, the meal is pretty much always the same: Eggs Benedict, either the traditional kind or a different version with smoked salmon, brie mushrooms .... my mouth is watering just thinking about it. It's definitely my favourite way to have eggs. And I rationalize my choice by telling myself that eggs are good for me, English muffins are fairly low-cal, ham is a good source of protein and the hollandaise is ... well ... a source of calcium, I guess.
I'm going to hate myself for not allowing ignorant bliss when it comes to brunch, but I have to know. Am I right to rationalize, or is my favourite breakfast food terrible for me? Does traditional Eggs Benny have:
a) 968 cal, 65 g of fat
b) 892 cal, 71 g of fat
c) 642 cal, 43 g of fat
d) 550 cal, 26 g of fat
Erm ... it's b) 892 cal, 71 g of fat. Ignorance definitely is bliss -- I don't know how I can eat this again in good conscious knowing what it's probably doing to my arteries. The good news is there's a whole shwack of low-fat Eggs Benny recipes on the internet, though you'll have to make them at home. Do you know of any healthy recipes? And if so, are they just as good?
I'm going to hate myself for not allowing ignorant bliss when it comes to brunch, but I have to know. Am I right to rationalize, or is my favourite breakfast food terrible for me? Does traditional Eggs Benny have:
a) 968 cal, 65 g of fat
b) 892 cal, 71 g of fat
c) 642 cal, 43 g of fat
d) 550 cal, 26 g of fat
Erm ... it's b) 892 cal, 71 g of fat. Ignorance definitely is bliss -- I don't know how I can eat this again in good conscious knowing what it's probably doing to my arteries. The good news is there's a whole shwack of low-fat Eggs Benny recipes on the internet, though you'll have to make them at home. Do you know of any healthy recipes? And if so, are they just as good?
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
5-23-2007 @ 10:41AM
Crabby McSlacker said...
Damn. Kinda figured it wouldn't be low cal, but you're right, there's something kind of sobering about actually having a number attached.
Still love eggs benny for a very occasional treat--great blend of tart & salty flavors.
I always look forward to this 'how many calories' feature even as I dread finding out the results! Thanks.
Crabby is way more grouchy at her own place,
http://crankyfitness.blogspot.com/
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5-23-2007 @ 12:21PM
Tim said...
Not E.B. but still a great breakfast/brunch item that I like to serve with roasted asparagus. I made it for Mom and my wife on Mother's Day.
Substitutes:
Sour Cream = Low fat or plain yogurt
Brioche = Whole grain English Muffins
http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/recipe_views/views/103664
Enjoy,
Tim
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5-23-2007 @ 3:19PM
Jenny said...
I have two poached eggs for brekkie on top of a split wholemeal muffin with spinach that has been cooked with butter. This seems to satisfy my craving and I hope its slightly more healthy!
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