How to Boil an Egg

What You’ll Need:

• Eggs
• A pot with a lid
• Water
• A stove
• A timer

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Place the Eggs in the Pot
   • Gently place the eggs in a single layer at the bottom of a pot. Avoid stacking them to prevent cracking.
2. Add Water
   • Fill the pot with enough water to cover the eggs by about 1 inch (2.5 cm).
3. Bring to a Boil
   • Place the pot on the stove over high heat. Allow the water to come to a rolling boil.
4. Turn Off the Heat
   • Once the water reaches a boil, turn off the heat, but leave the pot on the stove.
5. Cover the Pot
   • Put a lid on the pot to keep the heat in.
6. Set a Timer
   • Depending on how you like your eggs, set a timer:
     • Soft-boiled: 6 minutes
     • Medium-boiled: 9 minutes
     • Hard-boiled: 12 minutes
7. Prepare an Ice Bath (Optional but Recommended)
   • While the eggs are cooking, fill a bowl with ice and cold water. This will help cool the eggs quickly and make peeling easier.
8. Drain and Cool
   • When the timer goes off, carefully drain the hot water from the pot. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the eggs to the ice bath or rinse them under cold running water.
9. Peel and Enjoy
   • Once the eggs are cool enough to handle, gently tap them on a hard surface to crack the shell. Roll the egg between your hands and peel away the shell. Serve as desired!

Tips for Success:

• Use eggs that are at least a few days old for easier peeling.
• If you’re cooking a large batch, avoid overcrowding the pot.
• To prevent green rings around the yolk, avoid overcooking and cool the eggs quickly.

Now you’re ready to enjoy perfectly boiled eggs! Whether it’s for breakfast, a salad, or a snack, this method is foolproof and simple.