Basic Deviled Eggs Recipe

Directions

1. 1
   Cut Large eggs in half lengthwise and remove yolks to a small bowl.
2. 2
   Mash yolks, then fold in remaining ingredients till smooth.
3. 3
   Spoon or possibly pipe into egg whites and garnish, if you like, with strips of pimento or possibly a sprinkle of paprika.
4. 4
   Makes 12.
5. 5
   Variation 1: Add in 2 Tbsp.
6. 6
   pimento-stuffed olives, chopped.
7. 7
   Variation 2: Add in 1/4 c. crisp, finely crumbled bacon.
8. 8
   Variation 3: Omit mustard and salt; add in 2 Tbsp.
9. 9
   anchovy paste.
10. 10
    Variation 4: Omit vinegar; add in 1 Tbsp.
11. 11
    liquid removed pickle relish.
12. 12
    Variation 5: Reduce mayonnaise to 2 Tbsp.