Check out this egg float test to see if your eggs are fresh. They should have thick whites with round yolks. Better yet, enjoy them just as they are, on a piece of golden buttered toast!īefore you begin, make sure you have fresh eggs. Serve your poached eggs Benedict-style on an English muffin with Canadian bacon and Hollandaise sauce. For a healthier take, try them over sautéed greens or on top of a grain salad. Once you master the basic poaching technique, you’ll have endless brunch ideas. Read on and we'll show you how to make perfectly poached eggs every time. Here's the truth: Poaching eggs isn't really tricky at all! If you can boil water, then you can poach an egg. Poached eggs are a popular brunch order at restaurants, but when was the last time you made them at home? For some reason, home cooks seem to shy away from poaching, but you don't have to be a pro to master a beautifully runny yolk.