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Perfect Hard-Boiled Eggs Recipe

Learn how easy it is to make perfect hard-boiled eggs using my fool-proof procedures that render impeccable results every single time.

Prep Time
1 min
Cook Time
1 min
Additional Time
4 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 380 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Breakfast , Appetizer
Cuisine: French , American , British

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon distilled vinegar
  • 6 large eggs

Instructions

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  1. Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil over high heat.
  2. Pour in the vinegar to help with the smell.
  3. Gently add the eggs into the boiling water using a large spoon and cook for 6 minutes.
  4. Next, place a lid onto the pot, turn the heat completely off and let them sit for 6 more minutes.
  5. Immediately place the eggs after they are done cooking to a container filled with cold water and ice.
  6. Cool the eggs for 2-4 minutes to stop the cooking process.
  7. Peel the eggs under running lukewarm water, slice and serve.

Notes

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  • Make-Ahead: These can be made up to 3 days ahead of time.
  • How to Store: Keep them in the shell, in water in a container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • To get rid of the smell while boiling, add some distilled vinegar to the pot of boiling water.
  • If you need help peeling the eggs, run them under lukewarm water while peeling.

Nutrition Information

Calories 380kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 33g (66%) Fat 25g (38%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Cholesterol 982mg (327%) Sodium 375mg (16%) Potassium 364mg (10%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 1426IU (29%) Calcium 148mg (15%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 380

% Daily Value*

Calories 380kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 33g 66%
Fat 25g 38%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 982mg 327%
Sodium 375mg 16%
Potassium 364mg 8%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 1426IU 29%
Calcium 148mg 15%
Iron 5mg 28%

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

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