Appetizer: United States – Classic Deviled Eggs

Serving Size: 4

Approximate Time

Prep 15 min

Cook 10 min

Additional 5 min

Total 30 min

Ingredients

6 large pasture-raised eggs
3 tbsp (45 ml) mayonnaise
1 tsp (5 ml) Dijon mustard
1 tsp (5 ml) white wine vinegar or lemon juice
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Paprika for garnish
Chopped chives (optional)

Instructions

1. Place eggs in a saucepan, cover with cold water, bring to a gentle boil, then simmer 9–11 minutes for firm yolks; transfer to ice bath and cool.  
2. Peel eggs, halve lengthwise, remove yolks into a bowl and mash with mayonnaise, Dijon, vinegar, salt and pepper until smooth.  
3. Spoon or pipe yolk mixture back into egg white halves, sprinkle with paprika and chives, chill briefly and serve.