Aunt Abbie's Deviled Eggs Recipe

Indulge in the creamy perfection of Aunt Abbie's Deviled Eggs, a family favorite! These aren't your average deviled eggs – the secret is in the melted butter, which creates an unbelievably smooth and rich yolk mixture. A touch of hot sauce or horseradish adds a delightful kick (optional!), but they're heavenly just as they are. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 51.8 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Aunt Abbie's Deviled Eggs

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How to Make Aunt Abbie's Deviled Eggs

  1. Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a rolling boil, then remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 12 minutes.
  2. Drain hot water and rinse eggs under cold water until cool enough to handle.
  3. Gently tap eggs all over and peel under cold running water.
  4. Cut eggs in half lengthwise and carefully remove yolks to a medium bowl.
  5. Add melted butter, black pepper, tartar sauce, and Dijon mustard to the yolks.
  6. If desired, stir in a dash of hot sauce or prepared horseradish.
  7. Mash yolks with a fork until smooth and creamy.
  8. Spoon or pipe the yolk mixture back into the egg white halves.
  9. Sprinkle the tops lightly with paprika.
  10. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and the eggs to chill.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

8g

Carbs

0g