Use old and cheap eggs. 2. Use the same size eggs. 3. Bring water to a gentle boil before lowering the eggs into the water using a slotted spoon. 4. Boil over the same heat setting every time. The water should be at a gentle boil. 5. Use baking soda in the boiling water. 6. Submerge the eggs in an ice bath for 2 minutes after the eggs are boiled. 7. Crack the eggs using the tap and roll method. 8. Peel the eggs starting at the air pocket located on the wider end. 9. Set a timer and boil the eggs for exactly 7 minutes. Note the time may change slightly based on size of the eggs, heat they are boiled at, and altitude. 10. Adjust the time accordingly based on your results. Time can range from 6 to 7.5 minutes.