Boiled Eggs Recipe

Perfectly Boiled Eggs

Description: A simple yet essential recipe for perfectly boiled eggs. Whether you prefer them soft, medium, or hard-boiled, this method will guide you to achieve your desired doneness every time. These boiled eggs are ideal for breakfast, as a snack, or as an addition to your salads.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: Varies (4–12 minutes)

Inactive Time: 5 minutes (for cooling)

Servings: Varies

Author: Ashton A.K.A. JustLikeGranny

Ingredients:

• Fresh eggs (as many as you want to boil)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Eggs: Place the eggs in a single layer at the bottom of a pot. Ensure there’s enough space so they don’t crack against each other.

2. Add Water: Fill the pot with enough cold water to cover the eggs by about 1-2 inches.

3. Bring to a Boil: Place the pot on high heat and bring the water to a full rolling boil.

4. Boiling Time (based on desired doneness):

• Soft-boiled: After the water reaches a boil, reduce the heat to maintain a gentle boil and cook for 4-5 minutes.

• Medium-boiled: Cook for 6-7 minutes.

• Hard-boiled: Cook for 11-12 minutes.

5. Cool the Eggs: Once boiled to your liking, remove the eggs with a slotted spoon and place them in a bowl of ice water for about 5 minutes. This stops the cooking process and makes peeling easier.

6. Peel and Serve: Gently crack the eggs and peel them under cool running water. Serve as desired.

Notes:

• Freshness: Fresher eggs can be harder to peel when boiled. Use eggs that are a few days old for easier peeling.

• Preventing Cracks: Gently placing the eggs in the pot and starting with cold water helps prevent cracking.

• Cooling: Do not skip the cooling step; it’s crucial for easy peeling.

Nutritional Information (per medium egg):

• Calories: 68

• Fat: 4.5g

• Carbohydrates: 0.6g

• Protein: 5.5g

• Fiber: 0g

• Sugar: 0.6g

These perfectly boiled eggs are a versatile and healthy option, ideal for various meals or as a quick snack!