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Bring a pot of water to a boil.
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Slowly and carefully add in the eggs.
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Set the timer for 8 minutes.
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After 8 minutes, remove the eggs with a slotted spoon and place into a bowl of iced water.
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Let them sit in the iced water for a minute or so before removing and cracking into the egg.
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My mistake in the past was never knowing when my water was coming to a boil, as I typically walked away from the stove and simply guessed the length of time it would take to come to a boil.
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This technique is much more precise as you boil the water beforehand, resulting in a a perfect hard-boiled egg, and one where the shell simply slides off.
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A win-win in my book.
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Once the shell is off, season with salt and pepper and go to town.
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If you are looking for a perfect egg, give this one a shot.
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Im certain you will fall in love.
