These Southern Deviled eggs are creamy with a slight tang . They are perfect for all occasions and a staple in most southern households .  This is a good basic recipe that I have been using all of my life and it can be adjusted to your taste.  As long as I can remember we  have had deviled eggs at every holiday and just about every party or get together in between . I own more deviled egg platters than the average person , seriously no less than 10 platters of all shapes and sizes. I have collected then over the years buying most of them at thrift stores. When I see a platter that is a little unusual I have to buy it , like the one in the picture.  If you like this recipe you need to check out my Jalapeno Cream Cheese Deviled Eggs, it is a great twist on a classic.

Why do we put Paprika on deviled eggs? I really can’t answer that but my Momma always did so I do as well. Deviled eggs are not done until they are dusted with paprika .  It adds a touch of color and makes them pretty is my answer . I use a good smoked paprika so it adds a touch of a smoky flavor. If you want to leave it off feel free.

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What you will need to make these Southern style deviled eggs :

• Freshly hard boiled eggs
• Mayo of your choice , click here for my favorite
• Dijon Mustard
• Dill pickle relish
• Salt and Pepper
• Smoked Paprika 
• Kitchen knife Click here for the one I use everyday
• Fork to mash the yolks
• A deviled egg platter, I have more than I care to admit and have bought them all at Thrift stores .
• Deviled egg storage container 

Lets make Deviled Eggs !

Start off by cutting the cooled hardboiled eggs in half length wise.

Reserve the egg whites and place the yolks on a plate . Start smashing the eggs with a fork trying to get out as many lumps as possible.

Add mayo , Dijon mustard, and relish to the yolks and mix until smooth.

Salt and pepper to taste ..add a little at time .

Pipe or spoon the yolk mixture into the reserved egg whites .

Dust with a little paprika . Serve immediately or serve covered in the refrigerator up to four days. .

If you love this recipe check out my other Southern Recipes

• Sothern Baked Beans 
• Homemade Banana Pudding 
• Sothern Buttermilk Biscuits

Southern Deviled Eggs

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Ingredients

  

• 12 Hard Boiled Eggs
• 1/2 Cup Mayo your favorite , a good quality mayo
• 1 Tablespoon dill pickle relish
• 1 Tablespoon Dijon Mustard
• Salt and Pepper to taste Start with a little at a time
• Smoked Paprika for dusting on top option

Instructions

 

• Slice Hard Boiled eggs length wise
  
• Reserve the egg whites on a plate or platter
  
• Place the yolk on a plate and smash them up with a fork. Try to get out as many lumps as possible.
  
• Add the mayo, Dijon mustard and pickle relish to the smashed yolks and mix until smooth .
  
• Salt and pepper to taste adding a little at a time
  
• Pipe or spoon yolk mixture into the reserved egg whites.
  
• Dust with a little paprika if desired. Serve immediately or cover and chill. Store covered in the Refrigerator up to 4 days .
  

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Notes

If you want to a guide to boiling the perfect egg sigh up for my News Letter for a free guide . 

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