How to Make Hard-Boiled Eggs
Step-by-step instructions on how to make hard-cooked eggs
Instructions
Boil method for Hard-cooked eggs:
- Place eggs in a pot.
- Cover with at least 1 inch of cold, salted water.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Cover, remove from heat, and set aside for 10-12 minutes; 8-10 for medium eggs and 12-14 for Jumbo.
- Drain, cool in ice water, and peel.
Alternative 1: Simmer method for medium-firm boiled eggs:
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
- Reduce the heat to low, then carefully lower eggs into water with a spoon or ladle.
- Cook 7 to 8 minutes.
- Drain, cool in ice water, and peel.
Alternative 2: Simmer method for soft-boiled eggs:
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
- Reduce the heat to low, then carefully lower eggs into water with a spoon or ladle.
- Cook 4 to 5 minutes.
- Drain, cool in ice water, and peel.