Chesapeake Deviled Eggs Recipe

Directions

1. 1

   Boil the Eggs

   Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover them with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, cover the pan and remove it from the heat. Let the eggs sit for 12 minutes.

2. 2

   Cool and Peel

   After 12 minutes, transfer the eggs to an ice bath to cool for about 5 minutes. Once cooled, peel the eggs and cut them in half lengthwise.

3. 3

   Prepare the Filling

   Remove the yolks from the egg halves and place them in a mixing bowl. Add the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, cooked crab meat, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mash together until smooth and well combined.

4. 4

   Fill the Eggs

   Spoon or pipe the filling back into the egg whites. Sprinkle paprika on top for garnish.

5. 5

   Garnish and Serve

   Top with chopped chives and serve chilled or at room temperature.