How Many Minutes Should You Cook A Soft Boiled Egg?

Asked 2/6/2010
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Sheri Wetherell

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I love soft boiled eggs but am never quite sure how long to cook them. I like the whites cooked, but the yolk still runny. Any tips?

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Sheri Wetherell
2/6/2010
For a large egg straight out of the refrigerator, pop it in boiling water and start timing. Let it cook for exactly 6 minutes, 40 seconds. For an extra-large egg, 7 min., 40 seconds; a medium-sized egg: 5 min, 10 seconds. If your egg is already room temperature, here are the cook times: Medium: 4 min, 30 seconds. Large: 6 minutes XL: 7 Again, these times are for cooked whites and runny yolks.
Gina Marie Barone
2/6/2010
Hi Sheri, Check out my,- foolproof hard cooked eggs- in my profile recipes. With this special "egg perfect" timer gadget, you can make a perfect soft boiled egg. Or any kind of boiled egg. Perfect, every time!

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