Hard-Boiled Eggs

Ingredients

• 4–8 large eggs

Steps

1. Set a large saucepan of water over medium-high heat and bring it to a boil. With a slotted spoon, carefully lower the eggs into the water one at a time. Keep the water at a gentle boil and cook the eggs for 10 minutes. Carefully transfer them to a bowl of ice water and let them cool until just slightly warm, about 2 minutes.
2. Crack the shells gently all over, then start peeling at the wider end, where the air pocket is.
3. If making ahead, you can cook and peel the eggs 3 days in advance. Put them in an airtight container and chill.