March 27, 2007

How to hard boil eggs

 

The cooking process may be very simple but it requires

perfect timing for a perfect result.

Place a dozen eggs in a large pot (big enough to have eggs

in a single layer...do not crowd) and cover completely with

an extra 2 inches of cold water. Bring water to a boil over

medium-high heat. Remove pan from heat and cover with lid

and let stand for 18 minutes. Immediately cool egg by plunging

in cold water to prevent continued cooking and to eliminate

the unattractive grayish green circle that can form around

the yolk. Use for coloring, peel and eat, or use in recipe.

Tips:

If not using immediately, refrigerate promptly for up

to 24 hours. Overcooking the egg will result in a

green-rimmed yolk and tough white. If egg does not peel

easily, try holding under cold water while peeling.

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