The Perfect Beginner’s Guide to Boiling an Egg
2 fresh from the farm eggs being placed into boiling water with a wooden spoon.
The Secret: Don’t boil the eggs in the water the whole time.
- Bring water to a boil.
- Carefully lower the eggs in.
- Turn the heat down to a simmer for 6 to 12 minutes (depending on how runny you want the yolk).
- The Ice Bath: This is the pro move: straight into ice water so they peel like a dream!
