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How to boil eggs

Takes 15 minutes | Serves 1 |

A simple and essential guide to boiling eggs, with steps for achieving your preferred level of doneness.

Ingredients

  • 1 count Eggs
  • 1 L Water

Steps

    Preparation

    • Place the Eggs in the Saucepan: Gently place the eggs in a single layer at the bottom of the saucepan, avoiding overcrowding.
    • Cover with Water: Add cold water to the pan to cover the eggs by at least an inch, ensuring even cooking.
    • Heat: Put the saucepan on the stove over high heat until the water reaches a rolling boil.
    • Boil: Reduce heat to maintain a gentle simmer and start timing the eggs for your desired doneness. Soft-boiled: 4-6 minutes, Medium-boiled: 7-9 minutes, Hard-boiled: 10-12 minutes.
    • Cool the Eggs (Optional for Hard-Boiled): Transfer eggs into ice water to cool for at least 5 minutes, making them easier to peel.
    • Peel and Enjoy: Gently crack and peel the shell. If cooled in ice water, the shell should come off more easily.

Nutritional Information

155 calories per serving