Eggs boiled in the shell

Whether you prefer them soft or hard, a fresh-boiled egg is always a treat.

Did you get your egg(s) this morning? How do you like your boiled eggs?

Pic1: soft, medium, hard
Pic2: egg boiling times

2015-03-22

Pic3: fresh eggs
Pic4: soft-boiled = the perfect egg for me

Soak refrigerated eggs in slightly tepid water for a few minutes. That will limit egg cracking.
Let the water come to a rolling boil.
Reduce the heat to a heavy simmer.
Use a spoon to gently lower the eggs into the water one at a time.
For 1 or 2 eggs, cook the eggs for 5 to 7 minutes. Use a timer if needed.
Cook 5 minutes for a very runny yolk or up to 7 minutes for a nearly solid yolk
Holding the egg a few seconds under a cold faucet makes it easier to handle.
Serving suggestion:
- Serve with toast and jam.

2014-09-02

Pic5: too many chickens = too many eggs
Pic6: hard-boiled egg

2020-04-27

Pic7: simmering softly
Pic8: breakfast egg
Pic9: peeling a hardboiled egg

Place eggs in a large saucepan.
Cover them with water by at least 1 inch.
Slowly bring water to a boil over medium heat.
Large pot, many eggs:
- when the water boils, cover the pot and remove it from heat.
- Let the eggs sit for 12-15 minutes to fully cook.
Small saucepan, few eggs:
- Simmer the eggs sit for 12 minutes.
Refrigerate and store eggs unpeeled until needed.