Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Place the eggs in a single layer in a 2-quart saucepan and cover with cold water by 1 inch.
- Bring the water to a full boil over high heat.
- Cover the saucepan.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat.
- Let the eggs stand for 10 to 12 minutes.
- Transfer the eggs to a bowl of cold water and cool for 5 to 10 minutes.
- Peel the eggs and pat dry.
- Halve the eggs lengthwise.
- Transfer the yolks to a medium bowl.
- Mash the yolks with the mayonnaise, mustard, relish, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Spoon the yolk mixture into the egg whites.
- Sprinkle with paprika.
Notes
For easier peeling, cool the eggs in cold water before peeling. Refrigerate assembled deviled eggs in an airtight container for up to 2 days; freezing is not recommended. For an egg-free option, use a plant-based mayonnaise, though the eggs themselves are not suitable for a dietary swap.
