How to Boil Eggs Perfectly Easy Peel?

Use eggs that are 7–10 days old for easier peeling

Place eggs in a single layer in a saucepan

Add cold water to cover eggs by about 1 inch

Bring water to a full boil over medium-high heat

Turn off the heat as soon as it reaches a boil

Cover the pan with a lid

Let eggs sit in hot water for 9–12 minutes

Transfer eggs immediately to an ice bath

Chill eggs in ice water for at least 10 minutes

Crack and peel under running water

Start peeling from the wider end of the egg

Store peeled eggs in the refrigerator if not eating right away

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