Classic Deviled Eggs
- 12 large eggs
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar, or pickle juice
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
- paprika, or smoked paprika, to garnish
- 1 tbsp chives, finely chopped (optional)
Classic Deviled Eggs
- Lay the eggs in one layer in a large saucepan and cover with cold water by 1 inch.
- Bring to a full boil over high heat.
- Turn off the heat, cover the pan and let the eggs stand until the yolks are cooked through.
- Move the eggs into a bowl of ice water to cool.
- Peel the eggs under cool running water and pat them dry.
- Cut each egg in half lengthwise with a sharp knife, wiping the blade between cuts.
- Pop the yolks into a bowl and set the whites on a platter, cut side up.
- Mash the yolks with a fork until fine, with no lumps.
Classic Deviled Eggs
- Add the mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, salt and pepper and stir until very smooth.
- Spoon or pipe the filling into the egg whites.
- Dust with paprika and sprinkle with chives, if using. Chill until serving.