boil fresh eggs?

[Chilebound]

We are new to this chicken thing---we are now getting over a dozen fresh eggs everyday! We are not used to real fresh eggs, and we have heard a rumor that they need to be 'agged' before one can make hard boiled eggs. 1) is this true 2) if so how long should one 'age' a fresh egg before boiling?

 

[booker81]

The won't peel as easy as "older" eggs.

I put my "fresh" store bought eggs on the counter for at least a few days, I'd put "real" fresh eggs on the counter for a good week or two before boiling.

 

[CoyoteMagic]

Boil a pot of water. Use a thumb tac and tap the fatter part of the egg on it creating a small hole. Slowly drop the eggs into the water---hole side up. A little bit of egg may bubble out. Cook them for 5-10min. pour out the hot water, add cold until cooled down. I set mine in the fridge overnight once they are cooled. They may not peel perfect, but they will peel a whole lot better than did not using this method

 

[Siler]

My sister says to add a splash of vinegar to the water. I haven't tried this yet.

 

[Chilebound]

Thanks for the information and the tricks--we have a few days worth of eggs just sitting for now, but I am sure we will also try a few other things you all mention too

 

[msgenie516]

Hi,

I use the method described in this thread: https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=115799 and it works like a dream! I wouldn't do it any other way. Good luck!

Genie

 

[chicksbestfriend]

I will wait until the "fresh" egg has been sitting on the counter for 4-5 days, then boil it in plain water, easy to peel. If I am over anxious and want to use an egg from today, I just add salt to the water, peels right off too.

 

[txliss]

The lady at the feed store said to add 1 Tbsp. white vinegar to the boiling water. I tried it, and it worked!

Even on eggs fresh from the nest!