Lightly grease a medium skillet (about 10 inches in diameter) or large saucepan. This greasing step is optional, but it helps keep the whites from sticking to the sides of the pan. Add water so the ...

A poached egg seems like the pinnacle of breakfast mastery: tender, silky egg white on the outside, with a creamy, golden yolk that slowly flows onto the plate when cut. In cafes and brunch ...