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Deviled Eggs with Pimento Cheese

Classic deviled eggs get a Southern twist with creamy pimento cheese folded into the yolk filling. A quick, crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack.

Total time
25 min
Servings
6
Calories
140
Protein
6g
Deviled Eggs with Pimento Cheese
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Ingredients

  • 6 large eggs
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 3 tbsp pimento cheese spread
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ¼ tsp salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Place the 6 eggs in a saucepan, cover with cold water, and bring to a boil. Remove from heat, cover, and let stand for 12 minutes. Drain and cool in ice water for 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Peel the eggs and slice in half lengthwise. Scoop the yolks into a bowl and set the whites aside on a plate.

  3. 3

    Mash the yolks with a fork. Add the 3 tbsp mayonnaise, 3 tbsp pimento cheese, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, and 1/4 tsp salt. Stir until smooth and creamy.

  4. 4

    Spoon or pipe the filling into the egg whites. Sprinkle with the 1/2 tsp paprika. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Tools you’ll need

  • saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • fork
  • knife

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