Timing is the key here! Get the eggs out of the fridge and make sure they're room temp as otherwise they'll crack when placed in hot water. Add water into a pot, the water should cover the egg by about 2cm. Turn the heat onto high. When water is at a rapid boil, carefully place the eggs in the water-make sure to not crack the eggs! Then use the following guidelines: • 3 minutes if you like a really soft boiled egg • 4 minutes for a white that is just set and a yolk that is creamy • 5 minutes for a white and yolk perfectly set, only a little bit squidgy in the centre.