You’d be surprised how many people don’t know how to hard-boil an egg. This method guarantees success, with no breakage, every time. It also prevents overcooking, which can lead to greenish yolks. The fresher the egg, the easier it will be to peel when hard-boiled. Harold McGee, the expert on food chemistry, says the peelability of a hard-boiled egg depends on pH of the egg white, which rises over time, so fresh eggs have a lower pH and peel more easily.

SERVINGS

Serves 1

INGREDIENTS

1 egg

Place egg in a saucepan and add water to cover by 1 inch. Turn on the heat and bring to a full boil. Remove the pan from the heat. Cover and let stand for 15 minutes. Cool under running cold water.