If you live at a high altitude, let the eggs sit in the hot water longer or lower the heat and maintain a low simmer for 10 to 12 minutes.
Ingredients:
6 to 12 large eggs, straight from the fridge
Method:
1. Add the eggs to a saucepan and cover with water:
Fill a saucepan about a quarter full with cold water. Place the eggs in a single layer at the bottom of the saucepan. Add more water so that the eggs are covered by at least an inch or two of water.
2. Bring to a rolling boil:
Leave the pan uncovered. Turn the heat to high and bring the water to a rolling boil.
3. Turn off the heat, cover, and let sit:
Depending on how cooked you like your hard-boiled eggs, they should be done perfectly after sitting for 10-12 minutes.
4. Strain and run under cold water:
Strain the hot water from the pan, be careful not to dump out the eggs, and run cold water over them until they are cool to the touch.
5. Peel or store for later:
The best way to store hard-boiled eggs is with the shell still on them and store them in a covered container in the refrigerator. They should be eaten within 5 days, and peeled eggs should be eaten within a day or two.