Place eggs in a single layer in a saucepan
Add cold water to cover the eggs by about 1 inch
Bring the water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat
Turn off the heat
Cover the pan with a lid
Let the eggs sit in hot water for 6 to 7 minutes for soft-boiled eggs
Let the eggs sit in hot water for 9 to 10 minutes for medium-boiled eggs
Let the eggs sit in hot water for 11 to 12 minutes for hard-boiled eggs
Prepare a bowl of ice water
Transfer the eggs to the ice water immediately
Let the eggs cool for 5 to 10 minutes
Tap and peel the eggs under running water
Store peeled eggs in the refrigerator if not serving right away