Easy Peel Hard-Boiled Eggs Recipe

Learn how to make perfect easy peel hard-boiled eggs with this simple recipe. These eggs are cooked to perfection with a creamy yolk and a shell that easily peels off. Enjoy them on their own, in salads, or as a nutritious snack. They are a great source of protein and other essential nutrients.

Ingredients

• 6 large eggs
• Water

Directions

1. Place the eggs in a single layer in a saucepan.
2. Add enough water to the saucepan to cover the eggs by an inch.
3. Place the saucepan on the stove over medium-high heat and bring the water to a boil.
4. Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the eggs simmer for 9 minutes.
5. While the eggs are simmering, prepare a large bowl of ice water.
6. After 9 minutes, carefully transfer the eggs to the bowl of ice water using a slotted spoon.
7. Let the eggs sit in the ice water for at least 5 minutes to cool and halt the cooking process.
8. When the eggs are cool, gently tap them on a hard surface to crack the shell.
9. Roll the eggs between your palms to loosen the shell.
10. Starting at the wider end, peel off the shell, running it under cold water if needed for easier peeling.
11. Repeat with the remaining eggs.
12. Once all the eggs are peeled, rinse them under cold water to remove any remaining shell fragments.
13. Pat the eggs dry with a paper towel.
14. The easy peel hard-boiled eggs are now ready to be enjoyed!

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