Italian-Style Deviled Eggs

Ingredients

• 6 hard boiled eggs, peeled
• 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Paprika, for garnish

Directions

1. Slice the eggs in half lengthwise. Carefully remove the yolks and place them in a medium bowl. Place the whites on a serving platter.
2. To the bowl with the yolks, add the mayonnaise, mustard, garlic, Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mash the mixture with a fork until it is well-combined.
3. Spoon the mixture into the egg whites, filling them to the top. Sprinkle with paprika.
4. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Interesting Facts

• Deviled eggs have been popular in the United States since the 1800s.
• They are called "deviled" because of the combination of spicy ingredients used in the filling.
• The addition of Italian ingredients to the classic deviled egg recipe makes it a great way to add a bit of Italian flair to your appetizers.