The Perfect Hard Boiled Egg Recipe

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The Perfect Hard Boiled Egg
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Directions:

  1. Water should cover the eggs by 1 inch (25mm) so use a tall pan and limit cooking to 2 dozen eggs at a time
  2. Lay the eggs in the pan and add amount of cold water specified
  3. Set over high heat and bring just to the boil
  4. Remove from heat, cover the pan and let sit exactly 17 minutes
  5. When the time is up, transfer the eggs to the bowl of ice cubes and water.
  6. Chill for 2 minutes while bringing the cooking water to the boil again
  7. (The 2 minute chilling shirnks the body of the egg from the shell, making it easier to peel)
  8. Transfer the eggs (6 at a time only) to the reboiled water and bring back to the boil again.
  9. Let boil for 10 seconds (the expands the shell from the egg)
  10. Remove eggs and place back into the ice water
  11. Chilling the eggs promptly after each step prevents the dark line from forming
  12. If time allows, leave the eggs in the ice water after the last step for 15 to 20 minutes
  13. Chilled eggs are easier to peel
  14. Peeled eggs will keep perfectly in the regriferator, submerged in water in an uncovered container for 2 to 3 days
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 0 Kcal (0 kJ)
Calories from fat 0 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g 0%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 0 Kcal (0 kJ)
Calories from fat 0 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 0
    Points
  • 0
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Good Points

  • calories free,
  • fat free,
  • saturated fat free,
  • sodium free,
  • cholesterol free,
  • sugar free

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