Boiled Eggs Recipe

Time20m

Serves6

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Eggs
Start by selecting fresh eggs. You can use any number of eggs, but for this recipe, we will use 6.
2
Gather the Ingredients
Collect all the ingredients needed for boiling the eggs: 6 eggs, 6 cups of water, and 1 tsp of salt. Optionally, gather ice and vinegar if desired.

3
Fill the Pot
Fill a large pot with 6 cups of water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water, which can help make peeling the eggs easier.
4
Heat the Water
Place the pot on the stove over medium-high heat and bring the water to a rolling boil.
5
Add the Eggs
Once the water is boiling, gently lower the eggs into the pot using a slotted spoon to prevent them from cracking.
6
Set the Timer
Cover the pot with a lid and start timing. For soft-boiled eggs, cook for about 6-7 minutes. For hard-boiled eggs, cook for about 9-12 minutes, depending on your preferred doneness.

7
Prepare an Ice Bath
While the eggs are boiling, prepare an ice bath by filling a bowl with 2 cups of ice and enough cold water to cover the ice.
8
Transfer the Eggs
Once the eggs are done cooking, use the slotted spoon to transfer them immediately to the ice bath. This will stop the cooking process and make the eggs easier to peel.
9
Cool the Eggs
Let the eggs sit in the ice bath for about 5-10 minutes until they are completely cooled.

10
Peel and Serve
Gently tap the eggs on a hard surface to crack the shell, then peel under cold running water for easier removal. Serve the boiled eggs as is, or season with salt, pepper, or your choice of spices.