Boiling eggs seem simple, but boiling the perfect egg requires good timing and temperatures. Learn how to boil the perfect egg.

How to boil the perfect egg:

• Fill a medium saucepan halfway with water and bring to a boil. Gently lower the eggs into the water, making sure the water covers the eggs by at least an inch. Lower the heat to a gentle simmer and start timing for 12 minutes.
• Meanwhile, fill a bowl with ice water. After 12 minutes, remove the eggs from the hot water with a strainer or slotted spoon and carefully drain the water from the saucepan. Place the eggs in the ice water and let them cool down for 6-8 minutes.
• Remove the eggs from the ice water and tap gently on the counter to crack the shell. Start peeling, making sure to get under the membrane as you remove the egg shells.
• The peeled eggs can be stored in a covered container in the refrigerator for several days (alternatively, you can also store the unpeeled eggs in the refrigerator for a few days).