Classic Deviled Eggs

Instructions

1. 1

   Place the eggs in a single layer in a saucepan and cover with enough water that there's 1 1/2 inches of water above the eggs.

2. 2

   Heat on high until water begins to boil, then cover, turn the heat to low, and cook for 1 minute.

3. 3

   Remove from heat and leave covered for 14 minutes, then rinse under cold water continuously for 1 minute.

4. 4

   Crack egg shells and carefully peel under cool running water.

5. 5

   Gently dry eggs with paper towels.

6. 6

   Slice the eggs in half lengthwise, remove the yolks to a medium bowl, and place the whites on a serving platter.

7. 7

   Mash the yolks into a fine crumble using a fork.

8. 8

   Add mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper, and mix until smooth.

9. 9

   Evenly disperse heaping teaspoons of the yolk mixture into the egg whites.

10. 10

    Sprinkle with paprika and serve.