boiled eggs

Here’s a simple recipe for making boiled eggs, whether you want them soft, medium, or hard-boiled:

Basic Boiled Eggs Recipe

Ingredients:

• Eggs (as many as you need)

• Water (enough to cover the eggs)

Instructions:

1. Place Eggs in Pot:

   • Gently place your eggs in a saucepan or pot. Make sure they are in a single layer at the bottom of the pot.

2. Add Water:

   • Fill the pot with cold water until the eggs are covered by about an inch or so of water.

3. Bring to a Boil:

   • Turn the heat to medium-high and bring the water to a full boil.

4. Turn Off the Heat:

   • Once the water reaches a rolling boil, turn off the heat but leave the pot on the stove. Cover it with a lid.

5. Set the Timer:

   • Let the eggs sit in the hot water for the following times, depending on how you like your eggs:

     • Soft-boiled (runny yolk): 4-5 minutes

     • Medium-boiled (slightly soft yolk): 7-8 minutes

     • Hard-boiled (firm yolk): 10-12 minutes

6. Cool the Eggs:

   • Once your eggs are done, carefully drain the hot water and immediately place the eggs in a bowl of ice water or under cold running water to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for at least 5 minutes.

7. Peel and Enjoy:

   • Once cooled, gently tap the eggs on a hard surface and peel off the shell. If you want to make peeling easier, you can roll the egg gently in your hands to loosen the shell.

Tips:

• If you’re boiling a lot of eggs, you can use a larger pot to ensure they have enough space.

• Adding a teaspoon of baking soda to the water may help make peeling the eggs easier.

• Store boiled eggs in the fridge for up to a week.

Got a favorite way you like to eat your boiled eggs? Some people love adding a little salt, pepper, or hot sauce!