Traditional Deviled Eggs Recipe

Instructions

1. 1

   Boil the Eggs

   Hard boil the eggs by placing them in a pot and covering them with water. Bring the water to a boil, then cover the pot and remove it from 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.

3. 3

   Prepare Egg Whites

   Cut the eggs in half lengthwise and carefully remove the yolks, placing them in a mixing bowl. Set the egg whites aside.

4. 4

   Make Filling

   Mash the egg yolks with a fork, then add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.

5. 5

   Fill Egg Whites

   Spoon or pipe the yolk mixture back into the egg white halves.

6. 6

   Garnish

   Top each filled egg with diced tomato and chopped chives for garnish.