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Southern Deviled Eggs

The best southern deviled eggs with relish, mayo, yellow mustard, salt and pepper. That’s it. Topped little sprinkle of paprika and a secret ingredient softened salted butter. Perfect appetizer or side dish.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American, Southern
Servings: 10

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Fine Sieve or Strainer
  • Rubber Spatula or Mixing Spoon
  • Slotted Spoon
  • Zipper Bag or Pastry Bag
  • Ice Bath (bowl with ice and water)
  • Deviled Egg Platter or Plate

Ingredients

  • 10 large Eggs
  • 2 tablespoon Sweet or Dill Relish
  • 2 tablespoon Mayo
  • 1 teaspoon Yellow Mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Butter, salted and softened
  • Salt, Pepper, and Paprika

Instructions

Cook The Eggs

  • Place eggs into a saucepan. Fill with water about 2 inches above the eggs and bring to a boil.
  • Cover with lid and remove from heat.  Allow to sit for 10 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to an ice bath.    
  • Peel eggs and set aside.

Make The Deviled Eggs

  • Slice eggs in half lengthwise. Remove the yolks into a strainer or sieve with a bowl under it. Place whites onto a deviled egg platter or plate.
  • With a rubber spatula push yolks through strainer into the mixing bowl.
  • Add mayo, butter, yellow mustard, relish, salt, and pepper.  Use a spoon or spatula to mix well.
    Optional: Place egg yolk filling into a zipper or pipping bag.
  • Squeeze or spoon filling into each egg white.  Sprinkle with paprika and it's ready serve. Enjoy.