Exquisite Hard-Boiled Eggs

Directions

1. 1
   Place eggs in water in a pot and cover with lid.
2. 2
   Make sure eggs are covered with at least 1 inch of water.
3. 3
   Bring water to boil.
4. 4
   As soon as water starts boiling, turn off the stove.
5. 5
   For a softer yolk, let sit for approximately 5 minutes.
6. 6
   Then run under cold water, peel and enjoy.
7. 7
   For the perfectly firm yolk, let sit for 10 minutes before running under cold water and peeling.
8. 8
   Sprinkle with sea salt (or regular salt) and fresh black pepper.
9. 9
   To present like the beautiful flower-Cut 2 eggs in half, then cut the half into a quarter and arrange like a flower on the plate.
10. 10
    Something salty compliments eggs well. Feta cheese is a great choice. Here I served the eggs with a typical Persian breakfast of Feta, Tomato, herbs and pita! Delicious!