washes away shell fragments before they stick back on.
Bonus: The agitation helps loosen stubborn bits without tearing the white.
Place eggs in a saucepan, cover with cold water by 1 inch.
Bring to a boil, then immediately remove from heat, cover, and let sit:
12 minutes for large eggs
10 minutes for medium
Transfer to an ice bath for 15 minutes (this stops cooking and creates steam pockets between shell and white).
Peel underwater—starting at the wider end where the air pocket is.
Pro move: Gently shake the eggs
