Loaded Deviled Eggs

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes (for hard-boiling eggs)
Total Time: 32 minutes
Yield: 12 deviled egg halves
Category: Appetizer
Method: Boiling
Cuisine: American

Ingredients:

• 6 large eggs (hard-boiled, cooled, and halved)
• 6 slices bacon (cooked crisp and crumbled)
• 2 teaspoons fresh chives (chopped)
• 2 teaspoons white vinegar
• 2 tablespoons finely shredded mild cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup sour cream or buttermilk
• Paprika (for garnish)

Directions:

1. Hard-Boil the Eggs:
   • Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover them with water.
   • Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 12 minutes.
   • Remove the eggs from the heat, cool them in ice water, and then peel and halve them.
2. Prepare the Filling:
   • Carefully remove the yolks from the egg halves and transfer them to a mixing bowl.
   • Combine the yolks with the crumbled bacon, chopped fresh chives, white vinegar, finely shredded mild cheddar cheese, and sour cream or buttermilk.
3. Mix and Adjust Consistency:
   • Stir the ingredients together until well combined.
   • Add more sour cream or buttermilk if needed to reach your desired level of smoothness and creaminess.
4. Fill the Egg Halves:
   • Spoon the yolk mixture into the egg halves, mounding it generously.
5. Garnish:
   • Sprinkle a pinch of paprika over the tops of the deviled eggs for that classic finishing touch.
6. Serve:
   • Arrange your delicious classic deviled eggs on a serving platter.

Enjoy these timeless deviled eggs as an appetizer or snack at your gatherings and celebrations. They’re a crowd-pleasing favorite!