How Long to Boil Potatoes for Mashed Potatoes
How long to boil chunks and whole potatoes for mashing, which potatoes to use, and how to get a smooth, never gluey mash.
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How Long to Boil Potatoes
Boiling times for whole, halved, cubed and sliced potatoes, with a cold-water start, salting guide and fork test.
How Long to Boil Chicken Breast
Simmer boneless chicken breasts for 12 to 15 minutes, with times for bone-in, frozen, shredded, tenders and whole chicken.
How Long to Bake Salmon
Bake a 1-inch salmon fillet at 400°F for 12 to 15 minutes, until it flakes easily and reaches 145°F, with times for every oven temperature, foil, whole sides and frozen fillets.
How Long to Bake Chicken Breast
Bake boneless chicken breasts at 400°F for 18 to 22 minutes, with times for every oven temperature, thickness, bone-in and frozen breasts.
Soft-Boiled Eggs: Timing for a Runny Yolk
Large eggs lowered into boiling water need 6 minutes, then a quick ice bath, for a fully set white and a warm, runny yolk.
How Long to Boil Corn on the Cob
Fresh, husked corn on the cob needs just 3 to 5 minutes in boiling water, while frozen ears take 5 to 8 minutes and corn in the husk about 10.
Hard-Boiled Eggs: How Long to Boil Them for Perfect Yolks
Large eggs lowered into boiling water need 12 minutes, then 5 minutes in an ice bath, for a fully set yolk that peels cleanly.