Sunday, January 27, 2008
hard-boiled eggs
There are about as many techniques for hard-boiling eggs as there are eggs out there, but I use the method my mother showed me: submerge a large egg in enough cold water to cover it and bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once it begins to boil, set the timer for 10 minutes. Plunge the egg into cold water to get it to stop cooking; plus, cold eggs are much easier to peel.
to which I might add — to avoid eggs cracked from bouncing around in boiling water, after the water comes to a boil simply cover with tight-fitting lid and turn the stove off completely, letting it sit in hot water for 8 minutes or so. cool as per smittenk.
This method is also good for those who tend to forget about pots on the stove…
That’s the exact technique my mom taught me, too! And you’re right–works every time! :)
also, to avoid cracks in the egg, add a tsp of salt. they never ever crack. my mom taught me :)