How to poach the perfect ‘oval’ egg, according to Mary Berry

How to poach the perfect ‘oval’ egg, according to Mary Berry

A hankering for poached eggs can be a nuisance for those who haven’t mastered the art of cooking them. The soft texture makes them fragile and breakable, plus so easy to under-cook in an attempt to secure a runny yolk. But according to British chef and baking expert Mary Berry, there is a way to … Read more

How to cook ‘incredible’ poached eggs without a pan or white vinegar

How to cook ‘incredible’ poached eggs without a pan or white vinegar

Eggs are one of the most versatile cooking ingredients but it doesn’t mean they’re always easy to work with – especially when being poached. Chances are you’ve not been successful when using a saucepan and boiling water and may have turned to white vinegar to solve the issue. But more often than not, the eggs … Read more

Chef’s egg-poaching tip takes just 10 minutes – ‘changed my life’

Chef’s egg-poaching tip takes just 10 minutes – ‘changed my life’

Taking the time to cook eggs for breakfast can seem like a waste when they don’t turn out right, whether they’re boiled, scrambled or fried. This is even more true for poached eggs which tend to wilt away in the water as the whites cook. While this is enough to put some people off cooking … Read more