How to Prepare Easter Eggs for Decorating

Question

Before the big Easter egg hunt can happen, you need to prepare your eggs for decorating. Whether you are making eggs to last the day or for years to come, there are several steps you should take to ensure that your decorations will be successful.

Answer 1

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    Place eggs in an empty saucepan. By placing the eggs in the pan before adding the water, you may avoid cracking the eggs.

    2
    Fill the pan with cold water. The water should reach to just above the level of the eggs, covering them slightly.

    3
    Add 1 tsp. of distilled white vinegar to the water. The vinegar will help your dyes and decorations adhere more readily to your finished eggs.

    4
    Place the pan on the stove and bring the heat up to medium. Cooking your eggs at a low simmer instead of a high boil will help the yolks to remain yellow and prevent potential cracks.

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    Simmer the eggs for at least 8 minutes before removing the pan from the heat.

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    Cover the pan with a lid and allow the eggs to sit until the water has cooled to room temperature.