The Best Deviled Eggs (+Video)

The Best Deviled Eggs (+Video)

from thecountrycook.net
30 min

These classic, best ever deviled eggs are a must serve every holiday or cookout. Plus, an easy tip and shortcut for perfect hard-boiled eggs every time!

Ingredients

  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 1/2 Tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons sweet pickle relish ((or dill pickle relish))
  • 1 teaspoon prepared mustard
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • dash of fresh black pepper
  • paprika ((for garnish))

Directions

  1. 1

    Place 6 large eggs into the bottom of a saucepan; add enough cool water to cover eggs.

  2. 2

    Bring to a boil; cover, remove saucepan from heat, and let stand 15 minutes.

  3. 3

    After 15 minutes, drain the water then fill the saucepan with cold water and ice. Allow to sit for 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Tap each egg firmly on the counter until cracks form all over the shell. Peel under cold running water.

  5. 5

    Slice eggs in half lengthwise, and carefully remove yolks.

  6. 6

    Mash yolks with 2 1/2 Tablespoons mayonnaise, 1 1/2 Tablespoons sweet pickle relish, 1 teaspoon prepared mustard, 1/8 teaspoon salt and a dash of fresh black pepper. Stir well.

  7. 7

    Spoon yolk mixture into egg whites.

  8. 8

    Sprinkle with a bit of paprika then serve!