cooking basics

Wondering how to know if your eggs are bad (spoiled)? There are several simple checks that you can perform to ensure the eggs you’re about to consume are fresh and safe to eat: Float Test For Eggs One of the most recommended methods is the Float Test. Simply fill a bowl with cold water and gently place your egg in the bowl. If the egg sinks, it is still fresh. If the egg stands upright on the bottom, it should be eaten soon, as it is getting older but still okay to eat....

Boiling eggs might seem like one of the most basic kitchen skills, yet achieving the perfect level of doneness—whether you like your yolks soft or hard—is a true art. If you’re wondering how to boil eggs in the most efficient and fail-proof manner, you’re in the right place! What You’ll Need Eggs Saucepan Water Timer Step-by-Step Guide to Boiling Eggs Efficiently Step 1: Place your eggs at the bottom of a saucepan....

Boiling eggs to perfection so that they are easy to peel can be misleadingly difficult. Fear not, here’s the most effective way to boil eggs so they are super easy to peel. Selecting the Eggs: Choose older eggs rather than the freshest ones. Fresher eggs tend to stick to their shell more and are harder to peel. Egg Positioning: Gently place the eggs in a single layer at the bottom of the pot....