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Hard-Boiled Eggs

This reliable method for perfect hard-boiled eggs ensures a firm white and a creamy, fully set yolk every time. As a versatile high-protein staple, boiled eggs are essential for classic British dishes like Salad Nicoise, topped onto avocado toast, or simply enjoyed as a nutritious snack with a pinch of sea salt. Using cold water to start the process helps prevent the shells from cracking, resulting in a consistent finish.

Whether you are meal-prepping for the week ahead or looking for a quick vegetarian protein source, these eggs are incredibly convenient. Once cooled in an ice bath, they can be peeled easily and stored in the fridge. This simple technique eliminates the guesswork, providing a foolproof way to achieve the best texture for your sandwiches, salads, and savoury platters.

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Ingredients for Hard-Boiled Eggs

  • 4 large eggs

How to make Hard-Boiled Eggs

Put eggs into a 1-quart saucepan, then add enough cold water to cover them by 1/2 inch. Bring water to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to moderately high and cook eggs at a gentle boil, uncovered, 10 minutes. Pour off hot water. If using eggs right away, shake pan gently so eggs bump into one another (to crack shells). Run cold water into pot to stop cooking. Let eggs stand in cold water 15 minutes, adding more cold water or ice to keep water cold.

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While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 17 Enero 2026 | Publicado originalmente

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