Soft-Boiled Eggs

Step 1: To cook the eggs, place them in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. For a medium-set egg in which the yolk will be runny and the whites a bit loose, cook for 1 minute (yes, just 1 minute!). If you prefer a firmer white, leave it for another 20 to 30 seconds. Remove the pan from the heat, place it in the sink, and run the eggs under cold water until cool enough to handle.

Step 2: To serve the eggs, using the back of a knife, gently crack the shells. Use the knife to slice each egg in half.

Step 3: Serve the eggs in a bowl with a small spoon and a generous amount of salt and pepper.