Boiled Eggs

Boiled Eggs

Perfectly cooked eggs with creamy yolks and tender whites, ideal for a quick and nutritious breakfast.

⏱ 15 minServes 2American

Ingredients

  • 4 large eggs
  • 6 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Directions

  1. 1Place eggs in a pot and cover with cold water, adding salt to prevent cracking.
  2. 2Bring water to a rolling boil over high heat.
  3. 3Remove from heat, cover with a lid, and let sit for 10 minutes for soft-boiled or 12-14 minutes for hard-boiled.
  4. 4Transfer eggs to a bowl of ice water and let cool for 5 minutes.
  5. 5Gently tap and roll eggs to crack the shell, then peel under cool running water.
  6. 6Place peeled eggs in a serving bowl, top with butter, pepper, and paprika, then serve warm.

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