recipe hard boiled eggs

 Yields: 4 servings

Prep time: 5 minutes

Cook time: 12 minutes

Ingredients:

 * 4 large eggs

Instructions:

 * Place eggs in a pot: Gently place the eggs in a single layer in a medium saucepan.

 * Cover with cold water: Add enough cold water to cover the eggs by about 1 inch.

 * Bring to a boil: Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat.

 * Remove from heat and let stand: Once boiling, remove the pot from the heat and cover it tightly with a lid. Let the eggs stand in the hot water for 10-12 minutes for perfectly cooked yolks.

 * Ice bath: While the eggs are standing, prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with cold water and ice cubes.

 * Transfer to ice bath: After 10-12 minutes, carefully transfer the eggs to the ice bath using a slotted spoon. Let them cool completely in the ice bath, about 10-15 minutes.

 * Peel and enjoy: Gently tap the eggs on a hard surface to crack the shells all around. Peel under cold running water for easier peeling.

Tips:

 * Prevent cracking: To prevent the eggs from cracking during boiling, add a teaspoon of salt to the water.

 * For easier peeling: Add a tablespoon of vinegar to the boiling water.

 * Adjust cooking time: For softer yolks, reduce the cooking time to 8-9 minutes. For firmer yolks, increase the cooking time to 15-18 minutes.

Enjoy your perfectly cooked hard-boiled eggs!