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a platter of pimento cheese deviled eggs.

Pimento Cheese Deviled Eggs with Crispy Bacon


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Description

Pimento cheese deviled eggs are the perfect Kentucky appetizer for any gathering. Made in 30 minutes, hard-boiled eggs are halved and filled with a creamy mixture of mayo, shredded cheddar cheese, pimentos, crispy bacon, and a couple of classic pimento cheese spices. Once the filling is mixed in a bowl and piped into the eggs, chill and enjoy! Recipe yields 12 halves. 


Ingredients

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  • 6 Eggs
  • 3 Tablespoon Mayonnaise
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1/4 Teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1/8 Teaspoon Salt
  • 1/8 Teaspoon Freshly Cracked Black Pepper
  • 1/8 Teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1/8 Teaspoon Cayenne
  • 1/3 Cup Finely Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 1/4 Cup Diced Pimentos
  • 3 Pieces of Bacon* - cooked and chopped into tiny bits 
  • Chopped Chives for Garnish


Instructions

Hard Boil Eggs

  1. Place 6 eggs in a large pot and cover with water. Place on burner and turn to high heat.
  2. Once the water comes to a boil, start a timer for 10 minutes.
  3. Once the 10 minutes is up, remove from heat and pour out the hot water. Fill the pot with ice and refill now with cold water.
  4. Leave to cool for 10 minutes until the eggs are completely cool.
  5. Gently crack the shell and peel it completely off.
  6. Store in an airtight container if prepping beforehand. If not, continue on below.

Filling

  1. Slice each hard-boiled egg down the middle longways, placing the yolk into a bowl. Set egg whites aside for later.
  2. Add in mayo, dijon and all of the spices with the yolks into the bowl. Mix together until smooth with a hand mixer.
  3. Add in the cheese, pimentos and 1/2 of the bacon. Stir with a spatula until mixed well, smooth and creamy.

To Assemble

  1. Using a spoon or a piping bag, fill each egg white with the yolk filling. Making sure to add a large amount to each and using all of the filling.
  2. Finish by sprinkling the tops with the remaining bacon bits, freshly chopped chives, a little salt, and freshly cracked black pepper.
  3. Place on a deviled platter and enjoy!

Notes

  • Deviled eggs can be made up to a day ahead of time. Store in the fridge tightly covered. Top with all of the garnished before serving to keep fresh and crisp.
  • Hardboiled eggs and the cooked bacon can be made up to 4 days ahead of time.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 deviled egg
  • Calories: 105
  • Sugar: 0.3 g
  • Sodium: 159.1 mg
  • Fat: 9 g
  • Carbohydrates: 0.7 g
  • Fiber: 0.1 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 102.7 mg
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