The best method for boiling an egg is highly debated.

AsInstant Pots and other pressure cookershave grown more popular, people are even using them to make hard-boiled eggs.

Carson Downing

How to Make Steamed Hard-Boiled Eggs

This is the technique getting all the praise.

Measuring water in saucepan

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(Others feel our pain, too.

Just watch thisviral egg-peeling hackwe had to try.)

To easily peel a hard-boiled egg, gently tap it on the counter to crack the shell.

Grid of eggs with varying cook times

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Roll the egg on the countertop under the palm of your hand.

Use your fingers to peel off the shell starting at the large end.

Test Kitchen Tip: For easier-to-peel eggs, start by using 7 to 10 days old eggs.

Steamed Eggs on Wax Paper

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Of course, there are plenty ofdeviled egg recipes(we’ve even got adeep-fried version!).

For more delicious ways to use hard-cooked or poached eggs, try topping ahearty breakfast bowl!

We’re also big fans of adding eggs to sandwiches.

Fusion Bowl with Tofu and Soft-Cooked Egg

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Up your lunchtime game with ourham and egg sandwiches.

Deviled Egg Salad

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