Add enough water to a medium size pot so that it comes to the bottom of the steamer basket.

Bring the water to boil over medium-high heat.

Set the eggs in the steamer basket and place the basket into the pot of water, cover with the pot lid.

Cook for 6-15 minutes (see notes below) depending on the desired doneness of the eggs.

While eggs are cooking, prepare an ice bath by adding ice to a large bowl and filling it with cold water.

Remove the eggs and immediately add them to the ice bath and let them cool for 10 minutes.

Peel and serve or store them in a sealed container for up to 1 week in the refrigerator.