"Pumpkin" Deviled Eggs

Halloween is right around the corner and the topic of discussion is "what are you bringing to the kids Trunk or Treat or Halloween party". There are so many options but depending on the rules and regulations for your child's school you may be limit in what you can buy or bring. This year I don't have to worry about accommodating anyone but my friends and family. So I'm planning on making one of my favorite dishes, perfect for any get together. Deviled eggs. It's hand held and tasty. Not to mention much better than a regular boiled eggs. In my filling I'm adding spicy mustard to give it a little kick. The filling for a deviled egg is very versatile. I love adding bacon and small chunks of jalapeño when I don't have to worry specific palettes.

With no restrictions, it's even easier to get into the Halloween spirit. It of course doesn't hurt that this dish is so easy to alter and easy to make with your children. I'm adding some orange food coloring to make the egg yolk filling look more like a pumpkin. And my little one is acting as sous chef mixing it up for me. With some red food coloring and olives you can make them look like scary eyes. Let's be honest, one of the best parts of the holidays is spending time with family and eating lots of food. So let's have some fun with it.

Deviled Eggs

Makes 12 deviled eggs

Ingredients

6 eggs

1/4 cup of mayo

1 teaspoon spicy mustard

1 teaspoon sweet relish

1/8 teaspoon of salt

fresh pepper

paprika for garnish

parsley for garnish

Optional: orange food coloring

Directions:

Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cool water. 

Place pan on high heat and cook until water comes to a rolling boil.
Remove pan from heat and set aside for 12 minutes.

Remove eggs from water and gently tap the tip of the egg on counter to crack shell (if having trouble place egg under cool water or submerge in ice water).
Peel eggs. 

Slice eggs in half from top to bottom.

Remove yolks from whites and place in a bowl.

Mash yolks with a fork.

Add mayo, mustard and relish. Then mix and mash until smooth.

Add salt and pepper.

If making for a holiday add food coloring

Spoon a tablespoon of mixture into egg white and garnish