SIMPLE EGG PREPARATIONS https://youtu.be/QrBJBfEGZ94 Video for egg preparations Procedures for Simmering Eggs in the Shell Method 1 1. Collect equipment and food items. 2. Bring eggs to room temperature by (a) removing them from cooler 1 hour before cooking, or (b) placing them in warm water for 5 minutes and draining. Cold eggs are more likely to crack when placed in boiling water. 3. Place eggs in boiling water and return the water to a simmer. 4. Simmer, do not boil, for the required time: Soft-cooked 3 to 4 minutes Medium-cooked 5 to 7 minutes Hard-cooked 12 to 15 minutes Exact cooking time depends on temperature of eggs, size of eggs, and amount of water used. 5. Drain immediately and cool under cold running water to stop the cooking. Cool just a few seconds if eggs are to be served hot. Cool further if they are to be held for later use. 6. To peel, crack the shell and pull it away, starting at the large end (where the air sac is located). For easier pee