Fill a saucepan with enough water to cover the eggs by about 1 inch
Bring the water to a gentle boil
Lower the eggs into the water carefully
Set a timer for 6 to 7 minutes for soft-boiled eggs
Keep the water at a gentle boil or steady simmer
Prepare a bowl of ice water while the eggs cook
Remove the eggs with a slotted spoon when the timer ends
Transfer the eggs immediately to the ice water
Let them cool for 1 to 2 minutes
Crack and peel the eggs before serving