Shellfish Free Hard-Boiled Eggs
Eggs are one of the most naturally worry-free proteins out there, and this method turns a humble dozen into something genuinely satisfying. The technique here is precise — a full rolling boil, an 11-minute cook time, and a proper ice bath — and that combination is what stands between you and a rubbery white or that dreaded gray ring around the yolk. The ice bath isn't just a suggestion; it stops the cooking instantly and makes peeling dramatically easier, especially when you start from the wider end where the air pocket gives you a natural head start. A little salt and pepper at the end is all you need to bring out that clean, rich flavor. Whether you're meal-prepping for the week, topping a salad, or just snacking straight from the fridge, these come out perfectly every time.
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6 servings
- 12 large eggs
- ice, for the ice bath
For serving
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- 1
Fill a medium saucepan with enough water to cover the eggs by 1 inch and bring to a full rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Using a slotted spoon, lower the eggs one at a time into the boiling water. Reduce the heat to maintain a gentle boil and cook for 11 minutes for fully set yolks with no gray ring.
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