Boiled Eggs Recipe

Step 1: Prepare the Eggs

Place the desired number of eggs in a saucepan.

Step 2: Add Water

Fill the saucepan with cold water until the eggs are covered by about an inch.

Step 3: Bring to a Boil

Place the saucepan on the stove over medium-high heat and bring the water to a rolling boil.

Step 4: Turn Off the Heat

Once boiling, turn off the heat but leave the saucepan on the hot burner.

Step 5: Cover and Let Sit

Cover the saucepan with a lid and let the eggs sit in the hot water. For soft-boiled eggs, let them sit for 4-6 minutes. For hard-boiled eggs, let them sit for 9-12 minutes, depending on your preference.

Step 6: Prepare an Ice Bath

While the eggs are sitting, prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with ice and water.

Step 7: Transfer Eggs to Ice Bath

Using a slotted spoon, transfer the eggs to the ice bath once they've finished cooking. Let them cool for at least 5 minutes to stop the cooking process.

Step 8: Peel and Serve

Carefully crack and peel the shells off the eggs. Serve them plain, or season with salt, pepper, and other desired toppings.