What causes the green ring around hard-boiled eggs?

1. Start with Cold Water
   Place the eggs in a single layer in a pot and cover them with cold water, with at least one to two inches above the eggs.

2. Heat Gently
   Set the pot over medium heat, and once the water reaches a rolling boil, turn off the heat immediately.

3. Let Them Sit
   Cover the pot and leave the eggs in the hot water for 9 to 12 minutes.
   . For soft-set yolks, leave them for 9 minutes
   . For firm yolks, leave them for 11 to 12 minutes

4. Cool Quickly
   Prepare a bowl of ice water, and transfer the eggs directly into it when the timer ends. This rapid cooling stops the cooking process immediately. It also prevents the green ring and makes peeling much easier.

5. Peel Easily
   When the eggs are fully cool, usually after about five minutes in the ice bath, tap them gently and peel under running water. The shells should slide off smoothly.

Extra Tips for Even Better Results

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