Basil Deviled Eggs

Submitted by Alia55

"My hubby loves deviled eggs and basic, so this is a perfect combo"

 

• Ready In: 1hr 30mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Serves: 12

ingredients

• 6 eggs, at room temp
• 1⁄4 cup pine nuts, lightly toasted and coarsely chopped
• 1⁄2 cup sour cream
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1⁄2 cup fresh basil leaf
• 1⁄2 teaspoon paprika
• salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

directions

1. Cover eggs with warm water in a saucepan and bring to simmer.
2. Cook gently for 8 to 10 minutes.
3. Cool the eggs under cold water.
4. Peel shells and slice eggs in half lengthwise.
5. Remove the yolks and place in food processor bowl.
6. Add sour cream, mustard, basil leaves and seasonings to yolks and process till smooth.
7. Add pine nuts and chill mixture for about an hour.
8. Fill the egg white halves using a teaspoon or pastry bag with a wide tip.
9. Garnish each egg with a small basil leaf or sprig and serve.