Captain Phillips fired flares at the pirates and the ship was steered so that it would sway back and forth. However, the pirates eventually still managed to throw up a ladder and board the ship, taking the bridge.
Place eggs in a large saucepan. Cover them with cool water by 1 inch. Cover with a lid and bring water to a boil over high heat; when the water has reached a boil, set the timer for the desired time. Boil for 6 - 7 minutes for perfect hard boiled eggs. For soft-boiled eggs: 4 minutes. For slightly soft-boiled eggs: 5 minutes.
It takes 5 minutes for water (just enough to cover the eggs) to boil, at which time I turn the heat off and let the eggs sit for 5 minutes, making a perfect soft-boiled egg. I make a batch every week for my wife and myself. The oven method may result in eggs that are easier to peel, though. I havenât tried it.