Boil Eggs

Eggs are my go-to power food. They serve as the basis for a number of protein-rich meals and make a quick, healthy snack. So here's how to boil eggs. It may seem obvious, but I boiled many eggs before perfecting my ideal soft-hard boiled egg. They can be eaten whole with a little salt and pepper, chopped and tossed with a salad, or transformed into a simple egg salad (see recipes).

Ingredients:

6 large organic eggs
Large pot of cold water

Directions:

Place eggs in large pot and fill with cold water, making sure there is at least 1" of water covering the top of the eggs. Cover with a lid.

Turn the burner on high and bring to a boil. As soon as the water begins to boil, turn off the burner. Allow the eggs to sit in the hot water for 7 or 8 minutes.

Remove the eggs and place on a paper-lined plate to dry and cool. Once cool, gently crack on a hard surface and roll back and forth to help release the shell for an easier peel.