Hard-Boiled Eggs

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I believe this is the best hard-boiled egg recipe. The eggs peel so easily — most can be peeled in one simple motion. The egg yolk is a nice yellow color without the greenish tinge that sometimes occurs when making hard-boiled eggs. Make sure the water level is 3 to 4 inches above the eggs.

Submitted by wackerd
Updated on February 21, 2024
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Additional Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
12
Yield:
12 hard-boiled eggs
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 12 servings

  • 12 large eggs

Directions

  1. Fill a large pot halfway with water, making sure the pot is large enough to contain eggs in a single layer. Bring water to a boil over high heat.

  2. Place eggs in boiling water individually using a large spoon, making sure not to break them. Continue to boil for 1 minute. Remove from heat, cover, and let stand for 25 minutes.

  3. Cool eggs under cold water, then peel.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

63 Calories
4g Fat
0g Carbs
6g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 63
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 7%
Cholesterol 164mg 55%
Sodium 62mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate 0g 0%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 6g 11%
Calcium 23mg 2%
Iron 1mg 4%
Potassium 59mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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