Poached Eggs With Savory Garnishes

Ingredients

• fresh eggs (laid a couple of days ago)
• water
• bread slices
• butter (optional)
• streaked bacon, broiled beef, broiled mutton, anchovies, pork sausages, or spinach (optional garnishes)

Method

1. 1 Bring water to a boil in a tea-kettle.
2. 2 Pour boiling water through a clean cloth into a stew-pan until half full.
3. 3 Break an egg into a cup.
4. 4 Remove the stew-pan from heat, gently slip the egg into the hot water.
5. 5 Let stand until the white is set, then place over very moderate fire until water boils again.
6. 6 Remove egg with a slice, trim ragged edges, and serve on toasted bread with optional garnishes.