Assorted Deviled Eggs Recipe

Preparation

1. 1

   Hard Boil the Eggs

   Place the eggs in a pot and cover them with cold water. Bring to a boil, then cover the pot and remove from heat. Let sit for 12 minutes. Transfer eggs to an ice bath to cool for 10 minutes before peeling.

2. 2

   Make the Filling

   Slice the peeled eggs in half lengthwise and remove the yolks. In a mixing bowl, mash the yolks with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

3. 3

   Add Mix-ins

   Fold in the blue crab meat, chopped candied bacon, crispy country ham, pickled okra, and pickled shrimp into the yolk mixture. Adjust seasoning to taste.

4. 4

   Fill the Egg Whites

   Spoon or pipe the filling back into the egg white halves. Sprinkle with smoked paprika for garnish.

5. 5

   Chill and Serve

   Refrigerate the deviled eggs for at least 30 minutes before serving for improved flavor.