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Cook for 6 minutes for a soft yolk or 9 minutes for hard-boiled. Immediately transfer to an ice bath for 5 minutes, then carefully peel.","group":"Prep","title":"Place 4 eggs in a pot of boiling water","timerMinutes":6,"sourceTitle":"Prep"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a bowl, mix the sausage meat with thyme, salt, and black pepper until well combined.","group":"Prep","title":"Mix the sausage meat","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Prep"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Divide the meat into 4 equal portions. Flatten each portion into an oval patty. Place a peeled egg in the center and wrap the meat around it, ensuring no gaps are left.","group":"Assembly","title":"Divide the meat into 4 equal portions","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Set up a breading station with three bowls: flour, beaten egg, and breadcrumbs. 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