How long do you boil hard boiled eggs?

The boiling time for hard-boiled eggs depends on the size of the egg and how hard you want the yolk to be. Here's a general guide:

For small to medium eggs:

* Soft yolk: 6-7 minutes

* Medium yolk: 8-9 minutes

* Hard yolk: 10-12 minutes

For large eggs:

* Soft yolk: 7-8 minutes

* Medium yolk: 9-10 minutes

* Hard yolk: 11-13 minutes

Important Tips:

* Start with cold water: This helps to cook the eggs evenly.

* Add salt to the water: This helps prevent cracking.

* Use a timer: To avoid overcooked yolks.

* Immediately plunge the eggs in ice water: This stops the cooking process and makes peeling easier.

Additional Notes:

* Older eggs: May require slightly longer cooking times.

* High altitude: May require slightly longer cooking times.

* For perfectly peeled eggs: Add a teaspoon of baking soda to the boiling water.

Happy egg-boiling! 🥚🍳