Divine Hard-Boiled Eggs

Divine Hard-Boiled Eggs
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    2 hrs 50 mins
  • SERVING
    12 People
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    1.7K

Unlock the secret to consistently perfect, vibrant yellow hard-boiled eggs with shells that practically slip off. Say goodbye to green yolks and frustrating peels!

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    0 g
  • Cholesterol
    186 mg
  • Protein
    6 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    70 mg
  • Sugar
    0 g
  • Fat
    5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 1 mins Gently place the eggs in a single layer in a saucepan. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 1 mins Add enough cold tap water to completely cover the eggs by at least an inch. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 8 mins Cover the saucepan with a lid and bring the water to a rapid boil over high heat. (5-10 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins Once the water reaches a rolling boil, immediately remove the saucepan from the heat. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 15 mins Keep the saucepan covered and let the eggs sit in the hot water for exactly 15 minutes. (15 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins While the eggs are sitting, prepare an ice bath: Fill a large bowl with cold water and plenty of ice. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins After 15 minutes, carefully transfer the eggs from the hot water to the ice bath using a slotted spoon. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 15 mins Let the eggs cool completely in the ice bath for at least 15 minutes, or until they are cool enough to handle. Replace the ice water as needed to keep it very cold. (15 minutes)

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Recipe View 8 mins Gently tap the eggs all over to crack the shells. Start peeling under cool running water, allowing the water to get between the egg and the shell. (5-10 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins Enjoy immediately, or store peeled eggs in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

For easier peeling, use eggs that are at least a week old.
Do not overcook! Accurate timing is key to preventing green yolks.
The ice bath is crucial for stopping the cooking process and making the eggs easier to peel.
For high altitude cooking, you may need to add a minute or two to the resting time.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 575 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Alvena Connelly

    The eggs peeled so easily! Amazing!

  • Shawn Rippinfisher

    I added a splash of vinegar to the water, and it seemed to help with peeling even more!

  • Art Ullrich

    I've never been able to hard boil eggs properly, but this recipe is foolproof! Thank you!

  • Jackie Ernser

    Finally, no more green yolks! This is my go-to recipe now.

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