How To Make Deviled Eggs Recipe Easter egg hunts

Deviled eggs. Easter egg hunts and summer picnic potlucks.  I have  been known to devour a dozen of these in one sitting.  These were quick  and easy.

Deviled eggs are the perfect party food. You can find deviled  egg carriers that will make transporting the deviled eggs to a  party easy.

Fill egg whites evenly with yolk mixture.  Garnish with paprika, pickles and pimentos. Store covered in  refrigerator.

Tip: A bed of decorative lettuce leaves, parsley or alfalfa  sprouts will keep the eggs from sliding around a platter or shallow  bowl.

Basic Deviled Eggs Recipe:

12 large eggs

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1 1/2 tablespoons mustard

Salt and pepper to taste

Paprika

Preparation:

Halve or quarter  eggs; scoop yolks into a small bowl. Mash well; add mayonnaise and Dijon  until desired consistency is reached. Stir in white part of sliced  onion and most of the chopped parsley. Taste and add salt and pepper to  taste. Using a small teaspoon or pastry bag, fill egg white halves or  quarters. Sprinkle with sliced green onion and remaining parsley.  Sprinkle with a little pepper and/or paprika, if desired.

Makes 12  halves, 24 quarters.

Recipe can be doubled.