Hardboiled Eggs Recipe

Directions for Hardboiled Eggs

1. 1

   Prepare the Eggs

   Place the eggs in a single layer at the bottom of a saucepan.

2. 2

   Add Water

   Pour enough water into the saucepan to cover the eggs by about an inch.

3. 3

   Boil the Water

   Bring the water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.

4. 4

   Cover and Remove from Heat

   Once boiling, cover the saucepan with a lid and remove it from the heat.

5. 5

   Let Sit

   Let the eggs sit in the hot water for 9 to 12 minutes, depending on how well done you want them.

6. 6

   Cool the Eggs

   Once the time is up, transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.

7. 7

   Peel and Decorate

   After they have cooled completely, peel the eggs and they are ready for dyeing and decorating.