Hello how may I help you? I need some cooking instructions please. of course. what would you like to make? I need to boil some eggs. Ok. just remember to use all stovetop and food handling precautions. first put the egg in a pot of water. Should the water be hot or cold? cold is fine Do I turn the heat on high? place on stove and bring to boil. What do I do when it starts to boil? once boiling, turn off stove and cover. let sit for 12 minutes. So I just cover them with the pot lid for 12 minutes? yes. after 12 minutes carefully remove egg from water (it's still very hot) and run it under cold water to stop cooking process. Can they be put in a bowl of ice water instead? yes Will these be hard-boiled, not soft-boiled in this amount of time? these are for hard boiled eggs. perfect for making deviled eggs, or prepping eggs for easter egg dying. That is what I want. What do I do with them after they have been cooled in the water? if they are for eating, either place in refrigerator until ready to eat, or peel and eat immediately. That is what I will do. Thank you for your help. you are welcome