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Be...deviled!
Kentucky’s first appetizer was probably the deviled
egg.
They’re the perfect size for popping into the mouth
while the cook’s back is turned.
The deviled egg - or stuffed egg - is always at family
reunions, church suppers, neighborhood picnics and funeral
meals. Unlike many foods you can buy already prepared,
the deviled egg has to be homemade to be good.
Most Kentuckians flavor the yolks with mayonnaise, mustard,
salt and pepper. Pickle juice and minced country ham are
common additions.
Here’s a recipe from Elizabeth Ross, author of Kentucky
Keepsakes.
Deviled eggs
6 eggs
1/4 cup mayonnaise
Salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1 teaspoon vinegar
1/4 cup sweet pickle relish, optional
Curry powder, if desired
Paprika
Hard cook eggs for 8 minutes, turning often to center
yolks. Chill and remove shells. Cut eggs in half lengthwise.
Remove yolks. Mash with a fork and moisten with mayonnaise.
Season to taste with salt, pepper, mustard, vinegar
and curry. If using pickle relish omit the curry. Mix
until light and fluffy. Pile lightly into egg white
halves. Sprinkle with paprika. Makes 12 halves.
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