Discover how to make scrambled eggs without breaking the shell. This easy method also lets you make perfect hard-boiled eggs with a creamy yolk center. Before cooking, you need to make small holes in the eggshell.

Ingredients: 4 fresh eggs. A large pot of water.

Instructions: Fill a large pot with enough water to cover the eggs completely. Place the pot on the stove over high heat and bring the water to a rolling boil. Gently lower the eggs into the boiling water using a spoon or tongs. For hard-boiled eggs, set a timer for 9-12 minutes depending on your desired yolk consistency 9 minutes for softer yolks, 12 minutes for firmer yolks. While the eggs are boiling, prepare a bowl with ice water. When the timer goes off, use a slotted spoon to carefully transfer the eggs into the ice water bath to cool quickly. Allow them to sit for at least 5 minutes. To make scrambled eggs without cracking the shell, crack an egg into a bowl and beat it well with a fork or whisk. Hold the egg firmly and gently pierce both ends of the eggshell with a pin or needle to create small holes. Carefully blow through one of the holes to force the egg white and yolk out of the shell into the bowl. You may need to blow with some force, but be gentle to avoid breaking the yolk. Discard the empty eggshell and repeat the process for the remaining eggs. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of oil or butter. Pour the beaten eggs into the skillet and cook, stirring constantly, until they reach your desired level of doneness. Serve the scrambled eggs immediately, and enjoy your hard-boiled eggs by peeling them after they have cooled in the ice water bath.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes