hard_boiled_eggs vegetable:0 meat:1 yield (meals * people):1 prep.: cook: 1 # eggs Leaving the shell on, put the eggs in cold or lukewarm water. Bring them to a boil _slowly_ (using medium heat - 6 on our stove) - to prevent them from exploding. When they start boiling, take off the lid to prevent pressure build-up, and turn down the heat. Keep boiling for 9-10 min after they start boiling. Immediately drain them and pour cold water over them to stop the heating process.