Vanilla Poached Pears

A basic recipe that lends itself well to variation. (By Kate Ramos)

Simple Poached Cod

Simmered with carrots, potatoes, and shallots for a more filling take on poached fish. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Poached Chicken and Pomegranate Orzo

A weeknight chicken dinner takes an unexpected turn with pomegranate seeds and maple syrup. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Poached Pear and Blue Cheese Salad

Pears poached in a spiced red-wine vinaigrette lift this classic salad from standard to stellar. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Red Lentil Pâté Bruschetta with Poached Eggs

Breakfast should be more than bacon and eggs. (By Kate Ramos)

Poached Fig, Walnut, and Blue Cheese Tart

A versatile tart appropriate as an hors d’oeuvre or a dessert. (By Adapted from Jose Garces)

Roasted Asparagus with Poached Eggs and Miso Butter

A simple, refined preparation from Chef David Chang. (By Adapted from David Chang)

A suggestion for your leftovers. (By Adapted from Jay Foster)

Easy, light, and elegant. (By Kate Ramos)

Creamed Poached Salmon with Peas (By Terence Janericco)

This contemporary pairing with creamy grits— an old Southern favorite spreading in popularity across the country —doubles the luscious richness. (By Cheryl Alters Jamison and Bill Jamison)

Poached Pears in Port (By Ron Silver and Jen Bervin)

Poached Eggs Borgia (By Terence Janericco)

Salade Lyonnaisey

A variation on the traditional French frisée salad. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Chicken and Shallot Jam on Pain au Levain

A sweet-and-sour spread enlivens poached chicken. (By Kate Ramos)