Food & Cooking Recipes Breakfast & Brunch Recipes Foolproof Hard-Cooked Eggs 3.5 (130) 9 Reviews By Martha Stewart Martha Stewart Martha Stewart is a bestselling author, entrepreneur, and lifestyle expert who has taught millions of people through generations the joy of entertaining, cooking, gardening, collecting, crafting, and home renovating via her eponymous magazine, Martha Stewart Living, Emmy-winning television shows, and 99 books (and counting). Based in Katonah, N.Y., where she helms her 156-acre Bedford Farm, Martha is America's first self-made female billionaire. Editorial Guidelines Updated on March 18, 2021 Rate PRINT Share Close Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 15 mins Servings: 4 Although the term "hard-boiled" is more commonly known, "hard-cooked" is more accurate because the eggs should not be cooked at a boil. Ingredients 4 large eggs Directions Place eggs in a deep saucepan; cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil over high heat. Remove from heat, cover, and let stand 14 minutes. Transfer to an iced water bath; let cool completely. Cook's Notes Unpeeled eggs can be refrigerated for up to 1 week. Originally appeared: Everyday Food, March/April 2003 Rate It PRINT