Poached Eggs
Ingredients
- 8 large eggs
- 1½ qt water
- 2 C vinegar
Directions
- Boil Water: Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil.
- Add Eggs: Crack eggs one at a time into a small cup, then gently slip into the boiling water without breaking the yolks.
- Simmer: Reduce to a gentle simmer and cook 3-4 minutes, nudging eggs occasionally for even cooking.
- Hold: Remove with a slotted spoon and place in cold water until ready to serve.
- Use: Ideal for Eggs Hussarde and Eggs Benedict.
Michael Fritsche
mbf@fritsche.org