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Cooking Times: Eggs, Rice, Pasta & More
Quick reference for perfect results every time.
🥚 Boiled Eggs
Start with eggs in cold water, bring to boil, then start timing:
Soft Boiled
6 minRunny yolk, set whites
Medium Boiled
8 minJammy yolk, firm whites
Hard Boiled
12 minFully set yolk
Tip: Transfer to ice water immediately to stop cooking.
🍚 Rice
Absorption method (don't lift the lid!):
| Rice Type | Water Ratio | Time |
|---|---|---|
| White long grain | 1:1.5 | 15-18 min |
| Basmati | 1:1.5 | 12-15 min |
| Jasmine | 1:1.25 | 12-15 min |
| Brown rice | 1:2 | 40-45 min |
| Sushi rice | 1:1.2 | 15-20 min |
| Wild rice | 1:3 | 45-55 min |
Let rest 5 minutes after cooking, then fluff with fork.
🍝 Pasta
In boiling salted water (check package for exact times):
| Pasta Type | Al Dente | Well Done |
|---|---|---|
| Spaghetti | 8-9 min | 10-11 min |
| Penne | 10-11 min | 12-13 min |
| Fusilli | 10-12 min | 13-14 min |
| Fettuccine | 9-10 min | 11-12 min |
| Macaroni | 8-9 min | 10-11 min |
| Fresh pasta | 2-3 min | 4-5 min |
Tip: Taste test 1 minute before the timer ends.
🥔 Potatoes
Boiled (whole, medium)
20-25 minIn salted boiling water
Boiled (cubed)
10-15 min1-inch cubes
Baked (whole)
45-60 min400°F / 200°C
Roasted (wedges)
30-40 min425°F / 220°C
🥦 Vegetables (Steamed)
Broccoli5-7 min
Carrots (sliced)7-10 min
Green beans5-7 min
Asparagus4-6 min
Cauliflower6-8 min
Corn on cob7-10 min
Peas3-5 min
Spinach2-3 min
☕ Coffee & Tea
French Press Coffee
4 minCoarse grind, 200°F water
Black Tea
3-5 minBoiling water
Green Tea
2-3 min175°F water (not boiling)
Herbal Tea
5-7 minBoiling water
Time Your Cooking
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