Chef's Deviled Eggs Recipe

Preparation

1. 1

   Boil the Eggs

   Place the eggs in a pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, cover the pot and remove it from heat. Let the eggs sit for 12-15 minutes.

2. 2

   Cool and Peel

   Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water to cool for about 5 minutes. Once cooled, gently tap the eggs on a hard surface and peel under running water.

3. 3

   Make the Filling

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

4. 4

   Fill the Eggs

   Spoon or pipe the yolk mixture back into the egg whites.

5. 5

   Garnish

   Sprinkle the filled eggs with paprika and chopped chives for garnish.

6. 6

   Serve

   Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.