At under $2.00 per dozen, eggs are inexpensive. Plus they provide your body with essential nutrients and protein, making them a healthy choice for a mid-afternoon snack. Hard boiling your eggs is a great method for snacking because they are easily transportable and there is little clean up. Ever wonder how to make the perfect hard-boiled egg? Just follow these five simple steps to get that golden yellow yolk every time.

What You’ll Need

• A medium size pot
• A large bowl
• Ice
• Water
• 4 Large Eggs
• Timer

Preparation

1. Place eggs in a medium size pot and fill it with room temperature water until the eggs are completely submerged.
2. Then, bring the water to a rolling boil and immediately take off of heat.
3. Next, let the eggs sit in the hot water, covered, for 13 minutes.
4. Fill a large bowl with ice water and submerge the eggs to cool for about 20 minutes.
5. Gently crack the eggs on the counter-top and remove the shell. Sprinkle with a little bit of salt and pepper.
   
   
   

   Nutrition Profile (per egg)

71 kcal | 5g fat | 0g Carbs | 6g Protein

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