How to Boil Eggs
6 steps
30 min Intermediate
Learn how to boil eggs with our detailed step-by-step guide. Follow our easy instructions to get it done right.
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1 Step 1: Place Eggs in Single Layer
Step 1: Place Eggs in Single Layer
Arrange eggs in bottom of saucepan in single layer to prevent cracking.
Egg Boiling Rack
Steamer insert to prevent eggs from cracking
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2 Step 2: Cover with Cold Water
Step 2: Cover with Cold Water
Add cold water to cover eggs by about 1 inch above the eggs.
3 Step 3: Bring to Rolling Boil
Step 3: Bring to Rolling Boil
Heat on high until water reaches full rolling boil.
4 Step 4: Remove from Heat and Cover
Step 4: Remove from Heat and Cover
Turn off heat, cover pot, and let sit: 6-7 min soft, 9-10 min medium, 12-14 min hard.
Egg Timer with Doneness Indicator
Color-changing timer showing egg doneness levels
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5 Step 5: Transfer to Ice Bath
Step 5: Transfer to Ice Bath
Immediately place eggs in bowl of ice water for 5 minutes to stop cooking.
Egg Piercer
Tool to pierce shell before boiling for easier peeling
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6 Step 6: Peel and Serve
Step 6: Peel and Serve
Tap eggs gently all over, roll to crack shell, and peel under running water for easiest removal.
Egg Slicer
Tool for perfectly uniform egg slices
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