Start with eggs at room temperature.

Fill a pan enough water to fully cover the eggs.

Bring to the boil - when you see large bubbles it's ready.

Gently add the eggs using a spoon.

Set a timer for one minute.

After a minute, remove the pan from the heat.

Leave the eggs in the pan in the hot water, with a lid on.

Set a timer for six minutes for perfectly runny yolks. Use seven minutes if you prefer harder yolks.

When the timer finishes, remove the eggs from the pan with a spoon.

Serve immediately.