Deviled Eggs Done Delicious

Deviled Eggs were an acquired taste for me. When I was young, I dismissed deviled eggs by putting them in the category of "old lady foods." This category included any lemon dessert (ew) and that cold broccoli salad with bacon, raisins and mayo (yuck). If this is still the case...well, then I've turned into an old lady. Starbucks' lemon loaf is one of my favorites, and whenever there's a family pitch-in dinner, I'm the first in line for the broccoli salad.

Easter is a popular time for deviled eggs, either because they're served with the Easter meal or because it's a great way to use up those dyed Easter eggs.

Now, I did my research to bring you a simple & tasty Classic Deviled Egg recipe. Plus, I added 2 more twists of my own creation in case you want to stray from the every day. All will be a hit on your table, I assure you.

First, let's boil these babies. According to the American Egg Board, here's the way to a perfect hard-boiled egg:

• Add 1 dozen eggs to your saucepan or stock pot and add water until the eggs are just covered.
• Bring water to a boil, then cover.
• Remove pan from heat and let stand for 12 minutes.
• Done!

After the eggs have cooled, peel off the shell, cut them in half and reserve the egg halves while placing the yolks in a bowl.

Photo courtesy of www.tasteofhome.com

CLASSIC DEVILED EGGS

12 hard boiled eggs
1/2 cup + 1 tbsp mayo
1 tbsp of Dijon mustard
Fresh dill

Mash the 12 egg yolks. Mix in mayo and mustard with yolks. Add salt & pepper to taste as desired. You may also add 1/4 - 1/2 tsp of olive oil for a smoother consistency. Pipe (using a plastic baggie with the corner snipped) or spoon in the egg halves. Top with fresh dill.




GREEN EGGS & HAM

• Instead of mustard, sub in 1 tbsp of prepared pesto
• Instead of dill, top with fried prosciutto

FIREY DEVILED EGGS

• Instead of mustard, sub in 2 tbsp of Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce
• Add more Sriracha to taste if you like it blazin'
• Instead of dill, top with green scallions

Daddy likey his Deviled Eggs hot!