Garlic, Basil, and Bacon Deviled Eggs

Name: Garlic, Basil, and Bacon Deviled Eggs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 24 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 5 slices Bacon; 12 whole Eggs; 0.5 cup Fresh Basil; 2 whole Garlic; 0.33 cup Mayonnaise; 0.25 tsp Paprika; 0.25 tsp Red Pepper Flakes; 1 dash Salt & Pepper

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Garlic, Basil, and Bacon Deviled Eggs pair silky yolks with fragrant garlic and fresh basil, then fold in crispy bacon for a punchy, herby bite. The smoky-salty crunch contrasts the creamy filling, finished with a hint of heat and paprika. Ideal for picnics, potlucks, or a standout appetizer tray.

Prep15 mins
Cook25 mins
Serves24
DifficultyEasy

1

Arrange the eggs in a single layer in a saucepan and add enough water to cover them by 1 inch.
2

Cover the saucepan and bring the water to a boil over high heat.
3

Take the saucepan off the heat and let the eggs sit in the hot water for 15 minutes.
4

Drain the water.
5

Cool the eggs under cold running water.
6

Peel the eggs once they are cold.
7

Slice the eggs in half lengthwise and scoop the yolks into a bowl.
8

Mash the yolks with the pressed garlic using a fork.
9

Cook the bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat until evenly browned, about 10 minutes.
10

Drain the bacon on a paper towel-lined plate, then chop it once cool.
11

Add the chopped bacon to the mashed egg yolks.
12

Stir the basil, mayonnaise, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper into the mixture until evenly combined.
13

Fill the egg white halves with the mixture and sprinkle each stuffed egg with a little paprika.