Hard Boiled Eggs

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   Add eggs straight from fridge, in a single layer, to a saucepan.

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   Add enough cold water to cover them by 1 inch at least.

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   Slowly bring water to just under a boil.

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   Once water is at just under a boil, begin to time them.

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   Count 8 minutes for a hard boiled eggs where yolks are firm but center is still tender or 10 minutes for a fully firm inside yolk.

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   For larger eggs, add a minute, for smaller eggs subtract a minute.

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   When done, remove with a slotted spoon and plunge in cold water to stop cooking process.

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   Cool them so they are easy to handle; it is best to peel eggs just before using them.

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   Whole boiled eggs can be kept in fridge for a week.

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