Cajun Butter Egg Boil

Steps

1. Fill a pot with water and bring it to a boil.
2. Carefully lower the eggs into the boiling water, cooking for your desired doneness: 6-7 minutes for soft boiled (jammy yolk), 9-10 minutes for medium boiled (creamy center), or 12-13 minutes for hard boiled.
3. Transfer the cooked eggs to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
4. Let the eggs cool down, then peel them and set them aside.
5. In a pan over medium-low heat, melt a generous amount of butter until it starts to bubble gently.
6. Add paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, white pepper, and oregano to the melted butter. Stir in the spices and let them cook for about one minute to bloom their flavors.
7. If using, toss in shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend) and stir until it melts into the butter and spices, creating a thick sauce.
8. Add the peeled boiled eggs to the pan with the Cajun butter sauce.
9. Gently roll the eggs around in the sauce, ensuring every egg is completely coated. Let them sit for one to two minutes, rolling occasionally so they absorb the flavors.