Fill a large bowl halfway with ice and add water to cover.Add cold water until the eggs are covered by about an inch of water.
When the water is simmering, stir it gently.The heat setting should be at its lowest.Start with room temperature eggs:
Be sure not to crowd the eggs in the pan.Bring the water to a rolling boil.
Unless you halt the eggs' cooking, that timer was for naught.Wait for the water to boil.Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat, then immediately remove the pan from the heat.
Once at a boil, reduce heat to keep at a medium boil and set a timer for your desired doneness (see chart below).Bring a saucepan or pot filled with water to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Make sure the eggs are completely covered by the water.Place the pot on high heat and bring the eggs to a boil.Put the pot on the stove and turn the heat to high.
Fill a large bowl about halfway with ice, then add water.You want bubbles, but not be a rolling boil.
Stir gently, being careful not to disturb the eggs too much.Quick release after 5 minutes of natural release and transfer the eggs to an ice bath.Let stand until the eggs are room.