perfect poached eggs

Serves 2

Prep Time: 3 minutes

Cook Time: 3 to 5 minutes

Total Time: 6 to 8 minutes

• 2 teaspoons white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 4 eggs, large

Fill a large skillet with 2 to 3 inches of water and add the vinegar and salt. Bring the water to a boil over high heat.

While waiting for the water to boil, carefully crack each egg into separate small bowls.

When the water comes to a boil, gently pour each egg into the water. As soon as all of the eggs are in the pan, remove the pan from the heat, cover, and let sit for 3 minutes (for very soft yolks), or 5 minutes (for firm yolks).

Remove the cooked eggs from the pan with a slotted spoon, allowing any excess water to drain. Serve warm.

✪Pro Tip Use the freshest eggs you have when poaching, as the egg white is thicker when fresh. You can also use poaching cups or a poaching tray; both are inexpensive kitchen tools that make the process a bit more foolproof. (Cooking times may vary from above when using these gadgets.)