Poached egg

To make a poached egg, you need very fresh eggs, some vinegar, and some water, a pan and a slotted spoon.

Put a pan with enough water to easily cover the egg, on to boil. Add a tablespoon of white vinegar (this stops it from spreading out if it's a little old). Break an egg into a small bowl.
When the water is gently simmering, stir it fast with a spoon to create a whirlpool effect and drop the egg into the middle. After a minute, use the slotted spoon to lift the egg out and see if the white looks cooked. You should be able to see when it's done and immediately remove it and serve it.