How to Make Perfect Hard Boiled Eggs on the Stove

Name: How to Make Perfect Hard Boiled Eggs on the Stove
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 27 min
Yield: 1 dozen
Ingredients: 1 dozen eggs; 1 Tablespoon salt

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Additional Time
10 mins
Total Time
27 mins
Servings
1 dozen
Course
Breakfast

How to Make Perfect Hard Boiled Eggs on the Stove

Francis Bryant

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Simple steps to make the perfect hard boiled egg on the stove. Remove your eggs from 2 -12 minutes depending on how you prefer your hard boiled eggs.

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Ingredients

Servings

1 dozen eggs large
1 Tablespoon salt optional

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Instructions

Place eggs in the bottom of a large pot.
Cover eggs with cold water. You want 1 inch of water above the eggs to ensure proper cooking.
Add salt if using.
Over medium-high heat bring the water to a boil. When the water begins to boil, remove the pot from the heat source and cover the pot with a lid.
Set a timer for the desired cooking time, 4 - 14 minutes. See time chart in the notes.
Remove the eggs from the hot water and with a slotted spoon place each egg in a a large bowl filled with ice and water. Leave unattended for 5-10 minutes to stop the cooking process.