How To Make Hard Boiled Eggs: Two Ways

Step 1

Fill a large pot with enough to cover the eggs by 1-inch once added.

Step 2

Bring water to a low boil around 200°F (93°C) and then carefully place eggs in the hot water.

Step 3

Boil the eggs for 30 seconds, place the lid on the pot and reduce heat to low.

Step 4

Cook eggs on a low simmer for 12 minutes.

Step 5

In a medium-sized bowl add 4 cups ice and 4 cups water to make an ice bath.

Step 6

Once the eggs are done cooking immediately transfer them to the ice bath to chill for 15 minutes.

Step 7

Gently crack the sides and bottom of the egg shell and peel. Run under cool water to remove any excess shells.

Step 8

In a large pot add 1-inch of water.

Step 9

Place steamer inside the pot, place cover on, and bring water to a boil.

Step 10

Once steam is formed, carefully use tongs to place the eggs in the steamer basket.

Step 11

Cover the pot and steam eggs for 13 minutes.

Step 12

In a medium-sized bowl add 4 cups ice and 4 cups water to make an ice bath.

Step 13

Once the eggs are done cooking immediately add them to the ice bath and chill for 15 minutes.

Step 14

Gently crack the sides and bottom of the egg shell and peel. Run under cool water to remove any excess shells.