Ingredients:

  • 12 large eggs
  • 2 quarts water
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tbsp white vinegar
  • 2 cups ice cubes
  • 4 cups cold water

Instructions:

  1. Fill your saucepan with 2 quarts water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
  2. Stir in 1 tsp baking soda and 1 tbsp white vinegar once the water is bubbling.
  3. Turn the burner to medium low so the water is just simmering.
  4. Use a slotted spoon to gently lower the 12 large eggs into the water.
  5. Turn the heat back up to medium high and start your timer for 12 minutes until the water returns to a gentle, steady boil.
  6. While the eggs cook, combine 2 cups ice cubes and 4 cups cold water in your large bowl.
  7. Immediately move the eggs to the ice bath when the timer beeps until the shells feel cold to the touch.
  8. Leave the eggs in the ice water for at least 10 minutes.
  9. Gently tap the egg on a hard surface to shatter the shell all over, then roll it between your palms.
  10. Dip the egg into the water as you peel until the shell slips off in large, clean pieces.