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American · Breakfast

Hard-Boiled Eggs

Eggs dropped into fiercely boiling water for a brief shock, then held just below a simmer: the fast start loosens the membrane so the shells slip off, and the gentle finish keeps whites tender and yolks bright.

  • YieldServes 6 · 1 to 6 large eggs
  • Hands-on8 min
  • Total30 min
  • Difficulty

Ingredients

  • 2 Lwater
  • 6large eggs, straight from the fridge
  • 12ice cubes

Diet

  • Vegetarian (lacto-ovo)
  • Keto
  • Paleo
  • Whole30
  • Lower sugar

Contains

  • Egg
  • Birds' eggs (any)

Taste

  • Umami / savory
  • Richness / fat

Equipment

  • Stovetop
  • Probe thermometer

Season

  • Any season

Occasion

  • Weeknight
  • Meal prep

Effort

  • Under 20 min active
  • 30–60 min total
  • Difficulty 1
  • Make-ahead friendly

Nutrition

  • Calories: low
  • Protein: low
  • Carbs: low
  • Fat: low
  • Fiber: low
  • Sodium: low

Budget

  • Budget: low

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