Poached Eggs

3 ingredients
8 steps

Ingredients

  • Water
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 4 large whole eggs

Directions

  1. 1
    Pour enough water into a 10-inch nonstick skillet to measure no less than 1 1/2-inches, place over high heat, and bring to 190 degrees F. Add the vinegar.
  2. 2
    Gently crack each egg into a custard cup.
  3. 3
    Lower each cup into the water until it touches bottom and gently pour in the egg.
  4. 4
    Cook for 4 1/2 minutes, adjusting the heat to maintain the temperature.
  5. 5
    Remove the eggs with a slotted spoon, 1 at a time, to a tea towel lined plate.
  6. 6
    Trim the edges of the white with the side of a spoon and serve immediately.
  7. 7
    Eggs may be stored in ice water in the refrigerator for up to 8 hours.
  8. 8
    Reheat in hot water for 1 minute before serving.

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