Pillow-Soft Perfectly Poached Eggs

Ingredients

- 4 large eggs
- 4 cups water, plus more for boiling

Instructions

1. Prepare Your Workspace: Begin by gathering a medium-sized saucepan and a slotted spoon. Fill the saucepan with 4 cups of water plus additional water, allowing a total volume of water that will fill the pot to three-quarters full.

2. Heat the Water: Place the saucepan on the stove over medium heat and bring the water to just below a simmer. You'll know it's perfect when you see small bubbles rising to the surface but the water isn't boiling. This typically takes between PT10M (10 minutes).

3. Crack Each Egg Carefully: Use a small bowl to crack each egg individually. This allows you to gently slide each egg into the water without breaking the yolk.

4. Create a Gentle Whirlpool: Use a spoon to create a slow, circular motion in the water, forming a gentle whirlpool. This motion helps the egg whites wrap around the yolks.

5. Poach the Eggs: Gently slide each egg into the center of the whirlpool, waiting about 10 seconds between each addition. Let them cook undisturbed for PT3M - PT4M (3 to 4 minutes), depending on your preferred yolk consistency.

6. Remove and Drain: Use the slotted spoon to carefully lift each egg from the water. Allow for any excess water to drain off by resting the spoon on a paper towel.

7. Serve: Serve immediately while warm. Perfect for topping buttered toast or a simple salad.

Total Time

PT15M
15 minutes

Type of Dish

Snack

Keywords

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Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

280 calories (total for entire dish)

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