Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Arrange the eggs in a single layer in a 5-quart saucepan.
- Add 3 quarts of the cold water, enough to cover the eggs by about 1 inch.
- Bring the water to a boil over high heat.
- Cover the pan and remove it from the heat.
- Let the eggs stand for 12 minutes.
- Combine the remaining 2 quarts cold water and the ice in a large bowl.
- Transfer the eggs to the ice bath and cool for 10 minutes.
- Peel the eggs and halve them lengthwise.
- Transfer the yolks to a medium bowl.
- Arrange the whites on a serving platter.
- Mash the yolks until fine.
- Blend in the cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
- Stir in the cheddar, ham, green onions, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Spoon the filling into the egg whites.
- Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before serving.
Notes
For an extra-smooth filling, mash the yolks thoroughly before blending in the cream cheese and sour cream. Refrigerate covered for up to 2 days; freezing is not recommended. For a dairy-free variation, use dairy-free cream cheese, sour cream, and cheddar.
