soft boiled egg technique that works

Perfect Soft-Boiled Eggs

Ingredients

• large or extra large eggs
• salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Add 1/2 inch of water to a saucepan and bring the water to a boil on medium-high heat.
2. Take the eggs directly from the refrigerator. Use tongs to VERY gently lay the eggs in the bottom of the pan.
3. Cover and allow the eggs to steam for 6 1/2 minutes.
4. Run cold water into the pan for 30 seconds. Peel and serve.

Notes

This technique was shared in the January/February 2013 issue of Cook's Illustrated.