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Flavorful Classic Deviled Eggs Three Ways

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A simple and versatile recipe for classic deviled eggs with three flavorful variations: classic, creamy cottage cheese, and spicy horseradish. Perfect for any occasion and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 12 large eggs
  • ½ cup (120 ml) mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Smoked paprika (for garnish and one variation)
  • 1–2 tablespoons finely chopped chives or green onions
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) cottage cheese (optional for one variation)
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) prepared horseradish (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) sweet pickle relish (optional)
  • Few dashes hot sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place 12 large eggs in a single layer in a large pot. Cover with cold water by about an inch (2.5 cm). Bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
  2. Once boiling, cover the pot and remove from heat. Let eggs sit for 12 minutes.
  3. Immediately transfer eggs to a bowl of ice water. Let sit for at least 10 minutes to stop cooking and make peeling easier.
  4. Gently tap each egg on a hard surface to crack the shell, then peel under running water. Pat dry with a paper towel.
  5. Slice eggs in half lengthwise. Carefully scoop yolks into a medium bowl. Set whites on a serving plate.
  6. Mash yolks using a fork or potato masher until crumbly but smooth.
  7. Stir in ½ cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix until creamy.
  8. Create three variations:
  9. – Classic: Add chopped chives and a sprinkle of smoked paprika on top.
  10. – Creamy cottage cheese: Blend ¼ cup cottage cheese into the filling until ultra-smooth, then fold in sweet pickle relish and garnish with green onion.
  11. – Spicy horseradish: Stir in 1 teaspoon prepared horseradish and a few dashes of hot sauce. Garnish with a light dusting of smoked paprika.
  12. Spoon or pipe the yolk mixture back into the egg white halves, keeping portions neat and uniform.
  13. Refrigerate deviled eggs for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld and filling firm up. Serve chilled.

Notes

Use older eggs for easier peeling. If yolk filling is too stiff, add a splash of milk or more mayonnaise to loosen. Piping with a star tip creates a prettier presentation but spooning works fine. Assemble a few hours ahead for flavors to meld. Store in airtight container in fridge up to two days. Freeze filling separately if needed.

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