Perfect Soft-Boiled Eggs

Ingredients

Ingredients

• 4 large eggs

Instructions

1. Bring a medium pot of water to a rolling boil over high heat.
2. While the water heats, prepare an ice bath by filling a bowl with ice and cold water.
3. Gently lower 4 large eggs into the boiling water using a spoon to avoid cracking.
4. Reduce the heat slightly to maintain a gentle boil and cook the eggs for exactly 6 minutes and 30 seconds.
5. Immediately transfer the eggs to the ice bath using a slotted spoon.
6. Let the eggs chill in the ice bath for 4 minutes to stop the cooking process.
7. Tap each egg gently on a hard surface to crack the shell, then peel under cool running water for easier removal.
8. Serve warm with salt, pepper, or your favorite toppings.

Notes

For best results, use eggs straight from the fridge but let them sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before boiling to prevent cracking. If you prefer a firmer yolk, increase boiling time by 30 seconds.