Poaching eggs can be a real bother, but if you've got a muffin tin and know about this handy hack, it doesn't have to be.

So when I read about a new way of making a perfect poached egg in just one minute with no pan needed, I knew I had to give it a go. It seemed to good to be true. In fact, it works exactly as sold.

Return mushrooms to pan and stir in garlic ... Reduce heat to low, so that the water barely trembles, then crack in two eggs. Poach until whites set but yolks remain runny, 2-3 minutes.

For many people it's the epitome of the ultimate brunch - a perfectly cooked poached egg with a golden, runny yolk. The dish is a classic and is often considered one of the cornerstones of a basic ...

Meanwhile, about halfway through poaching the chicken, boil or steam the broccoli until really tender, then drain well and roughly chop into small pieces. Heat the oil in a frying pan and fry the ...

Slice poached pears onto puff pastry for an easy tart, or even cheekily have them for breakfast. Brush the peeled pears with a little lemon juice. Heat the water to a simmer in a large pan and add ...

He suggests keeping the simmering water on the hob until everything else is done. The chef explained: "Drop the poached egg back into the pan of simmering water for 20-30 seconds to heat through." ...