Description
Classic Ham Deviled Eggs made with creamy mayonnaise, tangy mustard and vinegar, shredded white cheddar cheese, and savory diced ham, finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a perfect appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Eggs
- 6 large eggs
Filling
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon white wine vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
- 1/4 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup Kentucky Legend Diced & Cubed Ham
- 1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil the eggs: Place the eggs in a single layer at the bottom of a medium pot and cover them with cold water. Over high heat, bring the water to a rolling boil. Once boiling, remove the pot from heat and let the eggs stand in the hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water until cool enough to handle.
- Prepare the eggs: Slice the cooled eggs in half lengthwise and carefully remove the yolks, setting the whites aside on a serving plate.
- Make the filling: In a small mixing bowl, mash the egg yolks with a fork. Add mayonnaise, ground mustard, white wine vinegar, and dried tarragon, mixing until smooth and well combined.
- Add cheese and ham: Stir in the shredded white cheddar cheese and diced ham until evenly incorporated into the yolk mixture.
- Fill the egg whites: Spoon the yolk mixture into the hollowed egg whites, dividing it evenly among the halves.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle minced fresh parsley over the filled eggs for a fresh finish and serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.
Notes
- For easier peeling, use slightly older eggs when boiling.
- You can substitute white wine vinegar with apple cider vinegar if preferred.
- Mayonnaise can be adjusted or substituted with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
- Prepare the eggs up to a day in advance and store covered in the refrigerator for best results.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling and No-Cook (the filling is mixed without cooking)
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: deviled eggs, ham deviled eggs, appetizer, easy snack, party food, classic recipe
