I am delighted to be able to review and recommend the Nordic Ware 2 Cup Microwave Egg Poacher. It exceeds initial expectations.
When my husband said he wanted to buy an egg poacher and make a copycat egg muffin like the popular fast food restaurant, I was willing to be his taste-tester. He wanted something that would be fast and easy so we did a search for a microwavable egg poacher to start.
I was concerned about how flimsy so many of them were, but when we came across the Nordic Ware poacher, the search was over. I love Nordic Ware products.
I had not previously used one of their microwave cookware pieces, but I have been using their shaped bakeware pans for decades so I know they are a reliable, trustworthy and well-made brand. Their egg poacher is no exception!
I am quite impressed with the sturdy cup design of the Nordic Ware Egg Poacher. The hinges are my only concern, but only time and constant use will tell about them. However, I'm not overly concerned since the price is low enough that replacing it after a few years should not be too difficult.
Nordic Ware 64702 2 Cup Microwave Egg Poacher, WhiteCheck PriceHow to Make Poached Eggs with the Nordic Ware Egg Poacher
The poacher makes two poached eggs at one time.
To make the poached eggs, lightly butter each egg cup, add an egg in each cup, break the yolk if desired, and add 1 teaspoon of water per egg.
Snap the egg poacher shut and cook in the microwave for 80 seconds for firm, fully cooked eggs (microwave cooking time may vary). Then, let them set and continue to steam cook for 30 seconds before opening the poacher.
The cooked eggs easily slide out of the poacher cups.
I recommend handwashing the egg poacher to lengthen the life and maintain the quality of the microwavable dish.
Egg Muffin Recipe
My husband loves the Thomas English Muffins, so selecting the muffins was no problem for him. He also purchased Canadian bacon and of course, eggs. For my egg muffin, he added a slice of American cheese, but he prefers his without cheese.
He butters and toasts the muffins in the oven and heats the Canadian bacon in the microwave.
Simply layer the cheese, the Canadian bacon, and the poached eggs in the
muffin. Add salt and pepper to season and you have created the perfect
copycat egg muffin of the egg muffin served in your favorite fast food
restaurant.