
Hard-boiled eggs sound simple, but getting them right — no green ring around the yolk, no rubbery whites, shells that actually peel cleanly — is trickier than most people expect. The pressure cooker method solves all of that in one go, using just eggs and water with zero fuss. The combination of high-pressure steam, a natural release, and an immediate ice bath locks in that perfectly set, creamy yolk every single time. Starting the peel at the wider end where the air pocket sits is a small trick that makes a genuinely satisfying difference. These eggs are completely free of nuts and tree nuts by nature — just two wholesome ingredients with nothing hidden in the mix. Make a batch on Sunday and you've got a week's worth of grab-and-go protein ready in the fridge, still in their shells to stay fresh. Whether you're slicing them onto a salad, mashing them into egg salad, or eating them straight with a pinch of salt, this method is the one you'll keep coming back to.
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Pour 1 cup of water into the inner pot of the pressure cooker. Place a steamer basket or trivet inside. Arrange the eggs in a single layer on the basket.
Secure the lid and set the valve to Sealing. Cook on High Pressure for 5 minutes.
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