Hard-Boiled Sunny Side Up Eggs

Boiling the Eggs Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring the water to a boil over high heat.

Simmering the Eggs Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the eggs simmer for 9-12 minutes, depending on desired level of doneness.

Preparing the Ice Bath While the eggs are simmering, prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with ice and cold water.

Cooling the Eggs Once the eggs are done, carefully transfer them to the ice bath and let them cool for at least 5 minutes.

Peeling and Cutting the Eggs Peel the cooled eggs and carefully cut them in half lengthwise.

Cooking the Eggs Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Place the egg halves in the skillet, yolk side down, and cook until the edges start to brown slightly.

Seasoning the Eggs Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serving the Eggs Serve the hard-boiled sunny side up eggs immediately as a unique twist on the classic breakfast dish.