The humble microwave is the oft-maligned workhorse of the kitchen, but you may be surprised at how many ways it can be used ...

Step 1: Fill a ramekin with a half-cup of salted, room-temperature water. It must be enough to submerge the egg. You'll want enough water to submerge the egg but not spill over the top of the ramekin.

Need a morning boost? Try this 1-minute microwave-poached egg. Wholesome, complex carbs have their place in a balanced diet, but starting every day with a bagel or pastries means you're missing out on ...