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A white plate filled with perfectly cooked hard-boiled eggs, halved to show vibrant yellow yolks, ideal for healthy meals recipes and meal prep.

Simple Hard-Boiled Eggs

Learn how to make perfect hard-boiled eggs, a versatile ingredient for healthy meal prep. This simple method ensures you get your eggs just the way you like them, making healthy eating easy for busy families.
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 14 minutes
Total Time 31 minutes
Servings: 12 eggs
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 12 Large eggs

Equipment

  • Medium pot
  • Glass Bowls

Method
 

  1. Place eggs in a medium pot and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil.
  2. Cover the pot and turn off the heat. Let the eggs cook, covered, for 9 to 12 minutes, depending on your desired doneness.
  3. Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water and chill for 14 minutes. This makes the eggs easier to peel.
  4. Peel and enjoy!

Notes

Eggs may vary based on size, type, and freshness. Farm-fresh eggs are more difficult to peel than older eggs.

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