Eggs are among the most versatile and convenient of foods. Yet it's surprisingly easy to get them wrong, whether you’ve found yourself with failed meringues, rubbery scrambled eggs or chewy omelettes. We say it's time to ditch the myths and over-complicated rules and regulations about how to cook eggs – with just a few simple tips and tricks, you can easily achieve perfect results every time, from foolproof poached eggs to perfect hollandaise and sensational soufflés.

Click or scroll through our gallery to discover the ultimate guide to achieving perfectly cooked eggs every time, A-Z by cooking method or style.