Boil the water with the eggs

• Place the eggs in a saucepan in a single layer.
• Fill with cold tap water about one inch above the eggs.
• Slowly bring the water to a boil over medium heat.

Cover and rest off the heat

• As soon as the water boils, cover the pan and immediately remove it from the heat.
• Let the eggs sit covered off the heat.

Ice bath

• Meanwhile, prepare a bowl of ice water.
• When the timer goes off, immediately transfer the eggs to the ice water to stop the cooking.
• Let them sit in the ice bath, which also makes them easier to peel.

Peel and serve

• Remove the eggs from the ice water and peel them.
• Enjoy as a snack, or use for egg salad or deviled eggs.