
Few things are as satisfying as a perfectly cooked hard-boiled egg, and this method delivers that firm yet creamy yolk every single time. The technique is simple but precise — a rolling boil followed by a gentle simmer and an ice bath — which means no rubbery whites and no unsightly grey ring around the yolk. A finishing pinch of flaky sea salt is all it takes to elevate these from a basic snack to something you'd genuinely look forward to eating. With just two ingredients, there's absolutely nothing hidden here, making it an effortless choice for anyone navigating ingredient restrictions. These eggs work beautifully as a protein-packed snack, a quick breakfast, or a topping for salads and grain bowls. Keep a batch in the fridge and you've always got something wholesome and ready to go.
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Place the eggs in a single layer in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water by at least 1 inch.
Bring the water to a full rolling boil over medium-high heat, then immediately reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 11 minutes.
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