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These 1-Minute Microwaved Poached Eggs Are a Brunch Hack for the Ages

These 1-Minute Microwaved Poached Eggs Are a Brunch Hack for the Ages

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Poached eggs are a brunch staple but they can be tricky to make at home without overcooking or breaking the yolk as you drop it into a pot of boiling water. I recently learned about microwave poached eggs and it just might be the best brunch hack ever.  Making poached eggs in the microwave requires no skill, no cookware and there’s no mess to clean up after. It’s also impossible to mess up once you learn the right number of seconds — yes, seconds — it takes for your microwave to make it exactly how you like it.  Stick that fluffy puff of protein on a piece of toast with some spinach, top it all with flaky salt, hot sauce or hollandaise and you have a cafe-quality breakfast in less time than it takes to brew a pot of coffee.  For poached eggs cooked perfectly in under a minute with no mess to clean, we turn to the microwave, a small bowl and a few ounces of water.  Read more: Oven vs. Microwave: Which Kitchen Appliance Uses Less …

Sunday Brunch descends into fits of laughter after host’s awkward gaffe

Sunday Brunch descends into fits of laughter after host’s awkward gaffe

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For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sunday Brunch host Tim Lovejoy walked into an awkward conversation topic when asking how a guest celebrated his recent nuptials. On Sunday morning’s edition (28 April) of the Channel 4 show, Lovejoy and co-host Simon Rimmer were joined by comedian and presenter Sue Perkins, singer Jess Glynne, actor Sophie Thompson, comedian Josh Widdicombe and SAS: Who Dares Wins star Jason Fox. As Rimmer prepared the morning’s first course, Lovejoy made conversation with their celebrity special guests, and began asking former soldier Fox about his recent wedding to his long-time girlfriend, Jules Hawkins. After Fox noted that he got married in London and had “tapas-y” food for the reception, Lovejoy then asked whether the newlyweds went on honeymoon. “We did, we went to Jordan,” Fox said. “It’s amazing, it’s awesome, I’d thoroughly recommend it. We went all over the country and saw lots of different sides. It doesn’t disappoint.” …

Vanderpump Rules stars Jax Taylor and estranged wife Brittany Cartwright turn heads at White House Correspondents’ Brunch

Vanderpump Rules stars Jax Taylor and estranged wife Brittany Cartwright turn heads at White House Correspondents’ Brunch

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It was a weekend of elegance and high-profile gatherings as the crème de la crème of the entertainment world descended upon Washington, DC, for the illustrious White House Correspondents’ Dinner.  Amidst the glittering array of stars were former Vanderpump Rules personalities Jax Taylor and his estranged wife Brittany Cartwright, who marked their presence at the event.  Despite announcing their separation in February, Jax and Brittany showed poise and grace as they navigated the weekend’s festivities, starting with the White House Correspondents’ Garden Brunch.  Although they maintained a respectful distance on the red carpet, the duo displayed a united front as part of the event’s glamorous roster. © Paul MorigiBrittany Cartwright-Cauchi attends the 31st Annual White House Correspondents’ Garden Brunch Jax, 44, stepped out in a striking blue on blue patterned jacket paired with a matching shirt, setting off his ensemble with contrasting black pants and sneakers. The look was a fresh take on red carpet attire, blending casual with formal in a uniquely Jax fashion. © Paul MorigiJax Taylor attends the 31st Annual White House …

Best L.A. restaurants for brunch from the 101 Best Restaurants guide

Best L.A. restaurants for brunch from the 101 Best Restaurants guide

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Carlos Jurado, a veteran chef of Los Angeles restaurants, including stints at Vespertine and Border Grill, returns to the foods and the town he knew growing up: His parents relocated from Colombia to Long Beach when he was 3, and he started making regular trips to see family in South America when he was a teenager. His dinner menu revolves around smoky meats and soulful sides like grilled arepas filled with corn and queso, braised greens flecked with pork belly, and first-rate smashed and fried plantains served with hogao, an ubiquitous Colombian tomato-onion condiment. Sunday brunch is my favorite meal at Selva for two keystone dishes. Bandeja paisa is a one-platter feast synonymous with Colombia that arrays steak, grilled chorizo or morcilla, extra-crisp hunks of pork belly, plantains, smoky beans, white rice, an arepa, a fried egg and sliced avocado on one monumental platter. As if that weren’t plenty, brunch is also when Jurado makes his joy-ride version of a Colombian hot dog. A link of paprika-stained Colombian chorizo peeks out from beneath charred onions …

Egg recipes that go beyond brunch from Rocket and Squash’s Ed Smith

Egg recipes that go beyond brunch from Rocket and Squash’s Ed Smith

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Sign up to IndyEat’s free newsletter for weekly recipes, foodie features and cookbook releases Get our food and drink newsletter for free “Taking much inspiration from a Korean kimchi jjigae (stew), these eggs are packed with flavour and are extremely convenient,” says cook Ed Smith. “Sliced tteok (thin, pleasingly chewy and bouncy discs made of rice flour) are available online if not near you, and provide heft and texture to the dish. You could alternatively (or additionally) serve these eggs with plain rice, or scoop it up with any fresh, bouncy or pliable bread.” Kimchi and gochujang skillet eggs Similar to shakshuka, but with a Korean twist (Sam A Harris/PA) Serves: 1 Ingredients: Oil, for frying 50-60g bacon lardons (optional) 1 spring onion, sliced finely on a diagonal, whites and greens kept separate 100g kimchi, larger bits roughly chopped 2-3 tbsp kimchi brine 1 tbsp gochujang 60g sliced fresh tteok (Korean rice cakes) 2 medium eggs ⅓ tsp gochugaru pepper flakes (or another chilli flake) ½ tsp toasted sesame seeds Method: 1. Pour a hint …

Princess Beatrice surprises in schoolgirl look for girls’ brunch

Princess Beatrice surprises in schoolgirl look for girls’ brunch

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Princess Beatrice is bringing school uniform chic back. The 35-year-old royal attended Poppy Delevingne’s Della Vite Valentine’s lunch in London on Thursday in a modest look that wouldn’t have looked out of place in assembly – a preppy vibe first pioneered by Princess Kate. Sarah Ferguson and Prince Andrew’s daughter mingled with a host of famous faces and socialites at model Poppy’s special brunch, hosted at The Ivy Chelsea Garden. Her modest look was comprised of a grey Zara sweater vest, layered over a crisp white shirt. © Dave Benett/GettyPrincess Beatrice was bringing schoolgirl chic back in a preppy sweater vest and a grey wool skirt She donned a contrasting, darker grey wool skirt that fell to the ankle in soft pleats, opaque black tights, and gold buckle embellished loafers. Beatrice wore her auburn locks down loose in natural, tousled waves and opted for minimal makeup to complement her prim and preppy ensemble. If you think Princess Bea’s look is familiar, you’d be right. The ensemble was very similar to the Princess of Wales’ outfit …

How to turn leftover tortillas or nachos into a Mexican-style brunch – recipe | Food

How to turn leftover tortillas or nachos into a Mexican-style brunch – recipe | Food

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Brighten up New Year’s Day with this Mexican migas brunch. Upcycle leftover soft tortilla wraps (or stale nachos) in minutes by simply frying them up with some huevos revueltos (scrambled eggs) and a little tomato. Mexican migas are very similar to the classic Spanish and Portuguese dish of fried stale breadcrumbs, only using tortillas instead of old bread. They’re a bit like chilaquiles, which I wrote about a few years ago, though with a few key differences: Mexican migas are made with torn strips of stale tortillas, and the eggs are scrambled together with the crisp fried tortilla rather than served alongside, as in chilaquiles. You can also use leftover nachos to make this dish – just break them into little pieces first. Mexican migas If you have a lonely tortilla or the remains of a bowl of nachos or tortilla chips, don’t hesitate to try out this simple recipe and turn them into a delicious and speedy Mexican brunch. Mexican migas can be made with stale tortillas, or tortilla chips or nachos. If using …