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How to Poach Eggs: Step-by-Step Perfectly Poached Eggs

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Gently Slide Eggs Into Liquid
How to Poach Eggs: Step-by-Step Perfectly Poached Eggs Photo © Molly Watson
Crack eggs into individual ramekins or measuring cups. Pre-cracking the eggs allows you to remove any bits of shell, start again if a yolk breaks (if you like), and have more control when guiding the egg into the pan.

Hold the ramekin right at the liquid's surface and gently pour the egg into the liquid. Repeat with remaining eggs, up to four eggs per batch.

Note: Letting eggs come to room temperature before poaching them helps them cook more evenly. Also, the fresher the egg, the better it will hold its shape while poaching.

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