Smoked Country Ham and Cheddar Deviled Eggs

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Classic deviled eggs elevated with smoky country ham and sharp cheddar, offering a savory and tangy bite perfect for Kentucky gatherings. This American-inspired quick recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs large eggs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 90 calories and feeds 12, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 12 American cuisine 90 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 12 large eggs in a single layer in a large pot and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat, then cover, remove from heat, and let stand for 12 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Drain hot water and immediately transfer eggs to a bowl of ice water. Chill for 10 minutes, then peel under running water.
  3. Step 3: Slice peeled eggs in half lengthwise and gently remove yolks into a medium bowl.
  4. Step 4: Mash the yolks with 1/3 cup mayonnaise, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp apple cider vinegar, 1/2 tsp kosher salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until smooth and creamy.
  5. Step 5: Fold in 1/4 cup finely diced smoked country ham and 1/4 cup finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese until evenly distributed.
  6. Step 6: Spoon or pipe the yolk mixture back into the 24 egg white halves.
  7. Step 7: Sprinkle 1 tsp paprika evenly over the filled eggs and garnish with 1 tbsp finely chopped chives.
  8. Step 8: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to meld flavors.

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