Various gadgets for separating egg yolks from their whites and several whole eggs - Monika Sudakov / Chowhound If you've ever attempted to bake a meringue-based dessert or a custard, like a classic ...

Over the last decade, I have tried every hard-boiled egg trick in the book. Start in cold water. No, hot water. Use baking soda. No, vinegar. Steam them! Shake them in a jar! Roll them under your palm ...