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four eggs on a wooden table, one cut open to expose the yolk

Hard Boiled Eggs (Perfectly Peeled)

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes

Ingredients

  • 12 eggs (or however many you like) room temperature

Instructions

  • Before cooking, gently wash the room temp eggs to remove any dirt or bacteria that may be on the shell.
  • Bring a pot of water to a full rolling boil before putting the eggs in. Select a pot that is large enough to hold your eggs in a single layer. Be sure there is enough water to cover the eggs by one inch.
  • Once the water has come to a full boil, place the eggs in the water, ensuring that they are not overcrowded and are covered by at least one inch of water. You can do this with a slotted spoon or with tongs. Make sure they are submerged by at least an inch. Then, bring the water down to medium heat. Place a cover on the eggs and let them cook for 13 minutes.
  • Place eggs in cold water immediately after cooking and let them sit for 15 minutes to cool completely
  • Once the eggs are cool, take them out of the ice water bath and peel them right away. Gently tap each egg on a hard surface to crack the shell, then roll the egg between your hands to loosen the shell. Start peeling from the wider end, where the air pocket is often located.