Classic Deviled Eggs (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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12 large hard boiled eggs, carefully peeled.
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1/2 cup mayonnaise.
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2 teaspoons mustard.
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt.
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Few grinds of black pepper.
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Pinch cayenne pepper.
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1 tablespoon pickle relish (optional).
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Smoked paprika, for dusting.
# Instructions:
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Slice the eggs in half lengthwise.
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Carefully remove the yolks and place into a medium sized bowl; transfer the egg white halves onto a serving platter.
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Using a fork, mash the yolks until it resembles very fine crumbs.
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Add in the mayonnaise, mustard, salt, pepper, cayenne, and pickle relish (if using), and mix well until it's completely smooth.
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Spoon mixture into a plastic ziploc bag, drawing the mixture toward one corner. Cut off a small piece of that corner. Evenly pipe the mixture into the egg white halves.
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Garnish with a sprinkle of smoked paprika.
# Notes:
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Peel eggs carefully to avoid tearing whites.
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Can be made up to 24 hours ahead.