Perfectly hard-boiled eggs with lemon for easy peeling

 

Perfectly Hard-Boiled Eggs with Lemon for Easy Peeling
Perfectly Hard-Boiled Eggs with Lemon for Easy Peeling

Ingredients:

– 6 large eggs
– 1 lemon, sliced
– Water (enough to cover the eggs)
– Ice water (for cooling)

Instructions:

1. **Prepare the pot:** Place the eggs in a single layer at the bottom of a medium-sized pot. Add enough water to cover the eggs by about 2.5 cm (1 inch). Add the lemon slices to the water to make them easier to peel later.

2. **Bring to a boil:** Place the pot over medium-high

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heat and bring the water to a boil.

bring to a boil.

3. **Boil the eggs:** Once
the water is boiling, turn off the heat, cover the pan with a lid, and let the eggs sit in the hot water:
– 6 minutes for soft-boiled eggs
– 10 minutes for medium-boiled eggs
– 12 minutes for hard-boiled eggs

More on this on the next page. 4. Cool the eggs:
Immediately transfer them using a slotted spoon into a bowl of ice water. Let them cool for at least 5 minutes. This stops the

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cooking process and makes them easier to peel.

5. **Peel and serve:** Carefully [peel] the eggs

Tap against a hard surface to crack the shell. For best results, peel thoroughly under running water. Serve plain or season with salt and pepper.

Preparation time: 5 minutes | Cooking time: 10 minutes | Total time: 15 minutes

Calories: 70 kcal per egg | Servings: 6 servings