Learn how to make boiled eggs in 4 different ways with our simple methods. This simple recipe provides a time chart you to pick from to make soft to hard-boiled eggs that peel easily.
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time8 minutesmins
Total Time13 minutesmins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: boiled eggs
Servings: 6servings
Calories: 63kcal
Author: Ioana Borcea from LowCarbSpark.com
Ingredients
6large eggsor more
4cupswaterenough to cover eggs
2cupsice
Instructions
Place the eggs in a single layer in a medium pot and cover them with water. You'll need at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water over them.
Bring to a boil over high heat. Once it starts to boil, reduce the heat and set a timer to cook eggs for 3-12 minutes, depending on how you prefer your eggs.
Place the pan onto the stove over high heat. Bring the water to a rolling boil.
Transfer the boiled eggs to a bowl filled with ice water and chill for 10 minutes. This helps the eggs peel easier.