On the stove top, place (an) egg(s) in a saucepan with enough cold water to cover and place on medium heat.

When water comes to a boil, set a timer for five minutes.

After timer rings, (pot will be hot, so use a pot holder) remove pot from heat and run contents of pot under cold water.

Use back of a tablespoon to crack and peel egg. Rinse off well, to avoid leaving bits of shell behind. Serve lightly salted, (along with a dash of cumin, if you like).