Example: You live and run your business in Joliet, Illinois in the 60431 zip code. The tax rate there is the total of the 6.25% Illinois state sales tax rate, the .75% Will County Rate and 1.75% Joliet rate, for a total of 8.75% sales tax. Since Illinois is an origin-based state, you would charge all of your buyers in Illinois that 8.75% rate.
Place eggs in a large saucepan. Cover them with cool water by 1 inch. Slowly bring water to a boil over medium heat; when the water has reached a boil, cover and remove from heat. Let sit 12 minutes. Transfer eggs to a colander; place under cool running water to stop the cooking. Eggs can be peeled and served immediately.
Cook. When I want a soft boiled egg I want the yolk soft and the white firm. The boiling time has a lot to do with your elevation. 5 minutes is perfect for an elevation of 1100 ft (330 meters) if you are nearer sea level decrease the boiling time if at a higher elevation increase the time. Bring the water to a rapid boil. 2  add saltand keep it at a rapid boil. 3  Prick the bottom (wider end) of the egg with an egg pricker. 4  Immerse in the boiling water and boil for exactly 5 minutes.