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.
Recipe ideas for hard-boiled eggs include deviled eggs, egg salad, breakfast burritos, salad nicoise, and much more! When you boil the eggs make sure the water is at boiling point. Cook the egg for 12 minutes for a large, 15 minutes for an extra large.