Simple Hard Boiled Eggs with Banana
A quick and easy classic pairing of hard-boiled eggs for protein and a small banana for energy-supporting potassium.
Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
Makes about
1 serving
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Made by Erika + Lila
Erika created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
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Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
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Equipment
Saucepan
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You can hard-boil a batch of eggs ahead of time and store them in their shells in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
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Place the chicken egg in a single…
Place the chicken egg in a single layer in a saucepan and cover with cold water by 1 inch (2.5cm).
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Bring the water to a boil over…
Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then immediately cover, remove from heat, and let sit for 9 to 12 minutes depending on desired yolk firmness.
Allow: 9 to 12 minutes
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Transfer the egg immediately to an ice…
Transfer the egg immediately to an ice bath to cool completely before peeling.
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Serve the peeled egg alongside the small…
Serve the peeled egg alongside the small banana. Enjoy with a light sprinkle of salt and black pepper if desired.
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Older eggs peel much easier than…
Older eggs peel much easier than fresh-from-the-farm eggs.
You can hard-boil a batch of…
You can hard-boil a batch of eggs ahead of time and store them in their shells in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
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