Foolproof Hard-Boiled Eggs

1. 1

   Place eggs in medium saucepan, cover with 1 inch of water, and bring to a boil over high heat.

2. 2

   Remove pan from heat, cover, and let sit for 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Meanwhile, fill medium bowl with 1 quart water and 1 tray ice cubes (or equivalent).

4. 4

   Transfer eggs to ice bath with slotted spoon and let sit 5 minutes.

5. 5

   Tap each egg all over against countertop to crack shell, then roll egg gently back and forth several times.

6. 6

   Begin peeling from air-pocket (wider) end.

7. 7

   The shell should come off in spiral strips attached to thin membrane.

8. 8

   Hard-boiled eggs can be refrigerated for several days.

9. 9

   You can double or triple this recipe as long as you use a pot large enough to hold the eggs in a single layer, covered by an inch of water.

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