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

2. 2

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

3. 3

   Crack eggshells and carefully peel under cool running water. Gently dry with paper towels.

4. 4

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

5. 5

   Mash the yolks into a fine crumble using a fork. Add mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper, and mix well.

6. 6

   Optionally, add pickle relish, bacon bits, or chives to the yolk mixture according to your preference.

7. 7

   Evenly disperse heaping teaspoons of the yolk mixture into the egg whites. Sprinkle with paprika and garnish with more bacon bits or chives if desired.

8. 8

   Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.