Are you tired of boiling eggs to just have them crack or overboiled. You will love the way these perfect eggs turn out every time. I’m the queen of boiled eggs and deviled eggs for family and friends get togethers because of this recipe!
Hard Boiled Eggs
Course: Main EntreeServings
8
servingsPrep time
10
minutesCooking time
12
minutesCalorieskcal
Ingredients
8 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
medium bowl of ice water
Directions
- Fill a saucepan about half way with cold water. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt (this helps prevent cracking and makes the egg easier to peel). Heat the pot on high heat and instantly place the eggs in a single layer at the bottom of the pan. Make sure the eggs are covered by about two inches of water.
- Once the eggs come to a rolling boil, reduce the heat to medium – high heat. If you keep the heat on high it can cause cracking of the eggs. Continue cooking 15 minutes.
- While the eggs are cooking, fill a medium bowl halfway full with water and ice to create an ice bath for the eggs, set aside.
- Once the timer goes off, immediately remove the eggs and place into the ice bath (this helps prevent cracking eggs). Leave in the water for about 3 minutes. Then peel the eggs.
Notes
- * Adding a teaspoon of vinegar to the boiling water may help keep egg whites from running out if an egg cracks while cooking.
- * I find this recipe works like a charm every time for me. Depending on your altitude and the size of the eggs timing may vary.