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Here's Why You Should Never Microwave Eggs In The Shell

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AVOIDING EGG-SPLOSIONS

In most cases, it is safe to cook eggs in the microwave as long as you break them out of the shell. To poach or otherwise cook unbeaten eggs, always make sure you use a fork or knife to pierce the yoke. This allows the steam to escape and lowers the risk of an egg explosion.

 


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VIDEO: Cheesy Cauliflower Pizza Cups

These Cheesy Cauliflower Pizza Cups are just what you need when snack o'clock rolls around!

 

Ingredients

Makes 6

  • 1/2 cauliflower head
  • 8 eggs for cauliflower mix
  • Pepper
  • Salt
  • 4-6 cups shredded cheese
  • 6 slices salami
  • 6 tbsp pizza Sauce

 

Method

  1. Boil diced cauliflower in salted water until tender.
  2. Blend, then transfer to mixing bowl.
  3. Mix in 2 eggs, pepper and 2 cups of shredded cheese
  4. Share the cauliflower mixture out between 6 ramekins, forming little cups
  5. Add 1 cup of shredded cheese
  6. Bake for 25 min at 375°F
  7. Add a slice of salami, a tbsp of pizza sauce, and one raw egg to each ramekin
  8. Top with cheese and return to oven for 7 min at 375°F
  9. Serve, and enjoy!