Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- Water (enough to cover eggs by at least 1 inch)
- 1 tsp salt (optional — see note)
- Ice cubes (for ice bath)
Instructions
- Place the eggs in a single layer in a pot. Cover them with cold water by about 1 inch.
- (Optional) Add 1 tsp salt — but note: some people say salt helps prevent cracks, but in my experience, it made things worse!
- Bring the water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, turn off the heat, cover the pot with a lid, and let the eggs sit for 10–12 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare an ice bath in a large bowl.
- When the time is up, use a slotted spoon to transfer the eggs to the ice bath. Let them sit for at least 5 minutes — this makes peeling much easier!
- Gently crack and peel. Use for deviled eggs or your favorite recipe!
Tip: Next time, skip the salt — just use fresh eggs, an ice bath, and a gentle boil-and-rest method for perfect, easy-to-peel eggs every time.
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