Soft-Boiled Eggs in the Microwave

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After reading numerous articles on the subject of soft-boiled eggs, I came up with a recipe that gave consistent results that you will enjoy.

By Chef Glen

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Recipe Summary

prep:
5 mins
cook:
5 mins
total:
10 mins
Servings:
2
Yield:
2 eggs
Nutrition Info
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Ingredients

2
Original recipe yields 2 servings
The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

Directions

  • Fill a bowl with warm water and place cold eggs into the bowl, to keep from cracking when you cook them.

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  • Fill a microwave-safe bowl with water; add salt. Microwave on high power to boil, 1 to 1 1/2 minutes.

  • Place warm eggs into the bowl of hot water and cover the bowl with plastic wrap.

  • Place the bowl of covered eggs into the microwave and microwave on 60% power for 1 1/2 minutes.

  • Remove from the microwave and transfer eggs to a bowl of cool water to stop the cooking process. Peel and serve.

Cook's Note:

Cook times may vary some, depending on what microwave is used.

Editor's Note:

Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of salt. The actual amount of salt consumed will vary.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:
72 calories; protein 6.3g; carbohydrates 0.4g; fat 5g; cholesterol 186mg; sodium 654.9mg. Full Nutrition
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