Perfect Poached Eggs

Directions

1. 1
   Bring a small pan or pot with water up to barely a simmer. You want tiny bubbles on the bottom of the pan (do not bring to a boil!). Add in the vinegar.
2. 2
   Crack an egg into a small dish. With a spatula, make a circular motion in the water to mimic a whirlpool and carefully slide the egg into the center.
3. 3
   From the moment you slide the egg into the water, set a timer for 4 minutes. This is the magical time needed to make a perfect poached egg.
4. 4
   After the timer beeps, use a slotted spoon to remove the egg. Let it hover over the pan so the hot water can slip through the cracks of the spoon and off the egg.
5. 5
   Sprinkle with salt, pepper and fresh thyme alongside buttered toast.
6. 6
   Enjoy!