Looking for the perfect hard-boiled eggs recipe? This step-by-step guide will show you how to achieve eggs with a firm yet creamy yolk every time. Enjoy these protein-rich gems as a snack or add them to your favorite dishes.
Course Eggs and Luncheon Dishes
Prep Time 5 minutesminutes
Cook Time 15 minutesminutes
Servings 6
Author N. J. Sorensen, RDN
Ingredients
6eacheggs
Instructions
Place the eggs in a single layer at the bottom of a medium-sized saucepan.
Add enough cold water to the pan, ensuring the eggs are covered by about 1 inch.
Place the saucepan on medium-high heat and bring the water to a boil.
Once the water reaches a rolling boil, cover the pan with a lid and remove it from the heat.
Move the saucepan to a cold burner and set a timer for 15 minutes (adjust time based on preferred yolk consistency).
After the designated time, carefully transfer the saucepan to the sink and run cold water over the eggs until they are completely cooled.
Once cooled, refrigerate the hard-boiled eggs until you're ready to use them.
Notes
- For soft-boiled eggs with a runny yolk, let the eggs sit in hot water for 4-6 minutes.- For medium-boiled eggs with a slightly creamy yolk, let the eggs sit in hot water for 8-10 minutes.- For hard-boiled eggs with a firm yolk, let the eggs sit in hot water for 12-15 minutes.Now you have perfectly hard-boiled eggs that are ready to be enjoyed as a nutritious snack or incorporated into your favorite recipes. Experiment with different cooking times to achieve your preferred level of yolk doneness. Happy cooking!