Eggs ready for steaming...on our vintage stove
Quick question: why do you hate hard boiling your eggs? Because they are so difficult to peel, right? By the time I get a hard boiled egg peeled, it usually looks like I took a machete to it. I can run cold water over it, roll it until it cracks, carefully lift the shell to just below the membrane, and the dratted shell still comes off in chunks. No more!
We (I should say Jan) are now dedicated egg steamers! And if you aren’t convinced that steaming your eggs (instead of boiling them) will change your life, this interview will do the trick:
Joe, “Jan, what do you think about steaming your eggs?”
Jan, “It has changed my life.”
There you go. I know you are itching to know exactly how egg steaming works, so here are your instructions:
- Place fresh eggs in steamer.
- Steam for 20 minutes.
- Roll eggs in steamer to crack, then place in ice water until cool enough to handle (only a couple of minutes). Peel eggs. The shell will practically jump off the egg, delighting you, putting you in a good mood, and inspiring you to share this secret with others.
Your life will be changed. And when my wife’s life is changed, mine is too.
I told you.
Now: How about some recommended reading?
Kris at Everyday Tips and Thoughts writes a GREAT post “Advice for Students: Don’t be Afraid to Dream“. This should be required reading for every High School student.
In case you think you are not susceptible to subliminal marketing, think again. Wealth Informatic’s post “I like it but I don’t know why…” will blow you away. Be sure to watch the video!
Debit card or credit card? And when? Read Don’t Use a Debit Card? at Alex Speaks. Alex rebuts a Yahoo Finance article, and does so quite well.
Need an economics lesson? I always do. Check “What is Marginal Propensity to Consume” at Faith and Finance for a clear explanation of this concept.
Do you think saving $100,000 is impossible? Think again…and read “How to Save $100,000 in Cash” at Buy Like Buffett
Is “old” a number of years or a frame of mind? Check “Am I Old?” at Punch Debt in the Face for a perspective you might not have considered.
Is “What My Dysfunctional Aunt Taught Me About Wealth and Finances” a true story or a metaphorical one? And what is the lesson? Drop by Invest it Wisely to find out.
If you are even remotely considering a student loan, “Subsidized Versus Unsubsidized Stafford Loans: Why Knowing The Difference Can Save You Thousands!” is a must read. Khaleef at Faithful with a Few explains everything you need to know it this post.
Ever heard of September Swoon in the stock market? Statistically, there just may be something to it. Check out “The September Effect and Stock Market Returns” at Squirrelers
Krantcents writes a clever commentary on advertizing practices in “Don’t Buy Hamburgers“.
Retire by 40 writes about My First Check From Google. Stop by and congratulate him.
What mistakes have YOU made in getting rid of your debt. Jason at One Money Design probably has you pegged in “How NOT to Get Out of Debt”
Marital debt is a confusing topic, but Dave at 50 Plus Money handles it well with “Debt and Marriage: When Do I Owe on My Ex-spouse’s Debt?”
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Ha Ha! It really will change your life! I am nearly giddy with the thought of needing to steam a fresh batch of eggs!
Change is good! Right? Thanks for the mention.
That’s a great list of links! I really enjoyed reading the articles, especially the student loan article, the Don’t By a Hamburger, and the first Google check.
And thanks for adding my article!
Hey Joe, I’m glad to see that something so simple was able to change your lives! I’m sure that my wife and I will be steaming eggs in the near future – we both love boiled eggs, but we hate dealing with trying to peel them.
Thanks so much for including my article on student loans!
I am the queen of egg salad and deviled eggs (I am obviously a health nut, ha ha). I will have to look into this egg steamer because I would love to change my life.
Thanks for the mention. I really appreciated the comments you left on that post.
Have a great Labor Day weekend.
Thank you for the mention! Also, thank you for the tip on the eggs. I am one who loves boiled eggs, but don’t make them much because of the dreaded peeling process. I am really excited to try steaming!
I’ll have to try steaming my eggs – always for a good life changer every now and then.
Thanks for including my article – I’ll have to take you up on the MPG article…maybe we’ll use it on your site – I’ll see what I can come up with
I’m not crazy about hard-boiled eggs unless they’ve been marinated. I’ll have to try this sometime though… sounds like a pretty neat trick.
P.S. Thanks for the inclusion.