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How to Boil Eggs

Learn how to boil an egg whether it's soft, medium or hard, including times, guidelines and tips. Use my easy no-fail step-by-step tutorial!

Prep Time
1 min
Cook Time
1 min
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 126 kcal
Course: Breakfast , Snacks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 eggs or more

Instructions

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  1. Place the eggs in a saucepan. Pour enough cool water over the eggs until fully submerged.
  2. Bring the water to a rolling boil uncovered. Turn off the heat, cover the pan and allow the eggs to cook according to the desired doneness: 4 minutes for SOFT boiled; 6 minutes for MEDIUM boiled; 12 minutes for HARD boiled.
  3. Prepare a bowl with ice and water. When the eggs reach the desired cooking time, transfer the cooked eggs with a slotted spoon to the ice water to cool completely before peeling.
  4. Tap the eggs against a flat surface, roll and then peel the shell. Rinse the eggs under cold water if you need to remove any leftover pieces of the shell.

Notes

  • Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container. They will last about 2 days in the fridge but best eaten right after they're made.
  • Photo Credit: Erin Jensen

Nutrition Information

Calories 126kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 11g (22%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 327mg (109%) Sodium 125mg (5%) Potassium 121mg (3%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 475IU (10%) Calcium 49mg (5%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 126

% Daily Value*

Calories 126kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 11g 22%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 327mg 109%
Sodium 125mg 5%
Potassium 121mg 3%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 475IU 10%
Calcium 49mg 5%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.