Welcome to our series featuring Food Holidays: November 2nd, 2022. Just the other day I was talking about making SCARED Eggs for Charlie. Because when Charlie was little he didn’t want anything at all to do with the Devil so he changed the name of Deviled Eggs to Scared Eggs. Would you like to join us for Scared Eggs?
Never mind sunny side up, hard boiled or fried Egg fans will know that the Egg can become a taste sensation with the little preparation you need to create Deviled Eggs.
Far from demonic, Deviled Eggs are a tasty treat often found at buffets, parties and as a starter at dinner. Devilled Eggs are usually made by hard boiling Eggs, slicing them in half and making a mixture with the Yolks using Mayonnaise and Mustard. Often, Deviled Eggs are dusted with Paprika or Cayenne, If you’re feeling fancy you can spruce Deviled Eggs up with Bacon or Fish.
Deviled Eggs are an ancient dish, with references to them first seen in recipes salvaged from Ancient Rome. In different parts of the world, Deviled Eggs might be served with a local spin, In France, Germany and the Netherlands Deviled Eggs are often dished up in a variation with Parsley and fresh Tomato. In Sweden, Deviled Eggs are more likely to have Yolks mixed with Sour Cream and chopped Chives, In Hungary if you ask for Deviled Eggs you may get the Yolks served mixed with Milk-soaked White Bread.
Deviled Eggs are so popular in the USA, that you can get hold of trays and plates made especially for them to be served on. In fact, you are likely to find them pre-prepared and packaged in Supermarkets if you want a quick and nutritious treat while doing the weekly shop.
If you want to celebrate National Deviled Egg Day yourself, all you need to do is hard boil Eggs, scoop out the Yolk, mix it with Mayonnaise and the spices of your choice, and re-stuff the Egg with your mixture. If you want something a little more spicy, mix in Mustard and a little Curry Powder. A sprig or two of Parsley adds a decorative touch.
Five facts to know about Eggs:
Did you know the Deviled Egg originated in ancient Rome
Sonya Thomas holds the record for eating 65 Hard Boiled Eggs in 6 minutes 40 seconds.
The term “Deviled” dates back to the 19th Century, referring to the use of particularly hot Spices in cooking.
Eggs contain all the essential protein, minerals and vitamins, except Vitamin C. Egg Yolks are one of few foods that naturally contain Vitamin D
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
