Hard-Boiled Eggs
Total Time
18 minutes
Cook Time
18 minutes
Rating
3.5 out of 5 stars
(2)
Ingredients
12 eggs
- eggs (preferably 1+ week old)
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Preparation
Step 1
Gently place your eggs in an empty saucepan or stockpot, and then fill the pan with cold water so that there is at least 1 inch of water on top of the eggs (if using 6 or less eggs), or 1.5-2 inches of water on top of the eggs (if using 7-14 eggs).
Step 2
Transfer pan to the stove (uncovered) and heat over medium-high heat until the water reaches a rolling boil. Let the eggs boil for 1 minute (no more). Then remove the pan from the heat, and cover snugly with a lid. Let the eggs continue to cook in the pan for 9-11* minutes, or until the yolks reach your desired level of doneness.
Step 3
Carefully drain out the hot water (or you can also transfer the eggs to a colander, and then return them to the pot). Then fill the pot with ice water, and let the eggs sit for a few minutes until they are completely chilled.
Step 4
Peel and serve the eggs immediately. Or transfer them to a sealed container and refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Step 5
*Granted, different pots/stoves may cause the eggs to cook more/less quickly, so test what cooking time will work best in your kitchen. I’ve found a good solid 10 minutes of cooking time works best for me.
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Chef's notes
This method of cooking the eggs in hot-but-not-boiling water reduces the chance of getting that weird greenish ring around the yolks. It’s harmless to eat, but it’s definitely a sign that your hard-boiled eggs have been over-cooked.
Different pots/stoves may cause the eggs to cook more/less quickly, so test what cooking time will work best in your kitchen. A good solid 10 minutes of cooking time works best for me.
