Thousand Island Dressing

The best Thousand Island dressing is super creamy & sweet with a bit of tang. Not only does it make for a great dressing on tossed salad, but it’s also an amazing condiment for burgers and even a dip for French fries!

The best Thousand Island dressing is super creamy & sweet with a bit of tang. Not only does it make for a great dressing on tossed salad, but it's also an amazing condiment for burgers and even a dip for French fries!

Deviled Eggs

This easy Deviled Eggs recipe is perfect for parties, potlucks and holidays. They’re guaranteed to disappear fast!

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Deviled Eggs are a classic appetizer that’s always fun to serve at parties, Easter, potlucks, and during the holidays. It’s one of my mom’s favorite dishes to make for family gatherings and it always surprises me how fast they disappear! But it doesn’t have to be a special occasion to make these tasty little bites. They’re easy enough to make any day of the week and they’re a lot cheaper to make homemade. Keep the toppings simple or play around with some of our favorites listed below!😉

Overhead view of deviled eggs on a platter with different toppings.

What Are Deviled Eggs?

Deviled eggs are eggs that have been hard-boiled, cut in half, then the yolks mixed with other ingredients before stuffing them back into the whites. They can be basic, super fancy, or anywhere in between. They’re perfect for parties, potlucks, family gatherings, and during the holidays. Or during the week when you just have a craving for some tasty deviled eggs! There are so many options and different toppings to choose from when making deviled eggs, which makes them a LOT of fun!

Ingredients For Deviled Eggs

To make things easy we followed the same formula as our small batch deviled eggs recipe, that we already love, with one extra addition. So here’s everything you’ll need:

  • Eggs: We use large eggs and boil them following our easy how-to guide on How To Make Hard Boiled Eggs.
  • Mayonnaise: Mayo gives the filling a creamy, smooth texture.
  • Dijon mustard: Dijon mustard adds great tang and flavor to the deviled eggs.
  • Seasoning salt: To season the egg mixture we use Tony Chachere’s Creole seasoning, but you can use any brand of seasoning salt like Lawry’s, Morton’s, or even a generic store brand. 
  • Dill relish: Relish is the extra added ingredient and my personal favorite! It adds lots of great dill flavor and some much-needed texture to the filling.

How Long Should You Boil Your Eggs?

When it comes to how long to boil eggs for deviled eggs, I followed our step-by-step guide on How To Make Hard Boiled Eggs and the eggs came out perfect!

The short answer is – boil large eggs for about 12 minutes to make hard boiled eggs. But there are a few other factors to keep in mind. I’ll share more details below.

Topping Ideas

This is where it really gets fun! We topped our deviled eggs with some chopped air fryer bacon, sliced green onions, and a little bit of paprika. But you can use all sorts of other toppings to make them your own or just to use up different ingredients in your fridge. Here are some more ideas for deviled eggs toppings:

How To Store Leftovers

If you don’t eat them all in one sitting, you can store any leftover deviled eggs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days.

Side view of deviled eggs on a serving platter.
Overhead view of deviled eggs with different toppings on a serving platter.
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Deviled Eggs

This easy Deviled Eggs recipe is perfect for parties, potlucks and holidays. They’re guaranteed to disappear fast!
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Total Cost $1.73 recipe / $0.29 serving
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 6 (2 halves each)
Calories 129kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Add the cold eggs to a saucepot. Add enough water to the pot to cover the eggs by one inch.
  • Place a lid on the pot and bring the water up to a boil over high heat. Once the water reaches a full rolling boil, turn the heat off and leave the pot on the burner (with the lid on) for about 12 minutes.
  • After 12 minutes, transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water and chill the eggs for about 5 minutes.
  • Next, peel the eggs then slice them in half. Pop the yolks out of the white and place them in a bowl. Add the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, seasoning salt, and dill relish and mash everything together to combine.
  • Spoon the seasoned yolk mixture back into the whites or place the mixture in a sandwich or freezer bag, snip off one corner of the bag, and pipe the filling into the egg whites.
  • Garnish the deviled eggs with your favorite toppings like paprika, chopped bacon, or sliced green onions. Serve and enjoy!

See how we calculate recipe costs here.

Notes

*We used Tony Chachere’s Creole seasoning to season our egg mixture, but you can use any brand of seasoning salt like Lawry’s or Morton’s.

Nutrition

Serving: 2halves | Calories: 129kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 11g | Sodium: 253mg | Fiber: 0.1g
Overhead view of deviled eggs on a platter with different toppings.

How to Make Deviled Eggs – Step by Step Photos

Six eggs in a pot of boiling water

Add 6 large cold eggs to a sauce pot. Add enough water to the pot to cover the eggs by one inch. Place a lid on the pot and bring the water up to a boil over high heat. Once the water reaches a full rolling boil, turn the heat off and leave the pot on the burner (with the lid on) for about 12 minutes.

Hard boiled eggs being placed in an ice bath.

After 12 minutes, transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water for about 5 minutes.

Six hard boiled eggs peeled on a cutting board.

After the eggs have chilled, carefully peel the eggs then slice them in half.

The filling ingredients for deviled eggs in a small mixing bowl.

Pop the yolks out of the white and place them in a bowl. Add 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 3/4 tsp Dijon mustard, 1/4 tsp seasoning salt, and 1 Tbsp dill relish.

Deviled eggs filling ingredients mixed together.

Mash the yolks together with the rest of the ingredients to combine.

Hard boiled eggs cut in half with deviled egg ingredients being pipped inside.

Spoon the seasoned yolk mixture back into the whites or place the mixture in a sandwich or freezer bag, snip off one corner of the bag, and pipe the filling into the egg whites.

Overhead view of deviled eggs on a platter with different toppings.

Garnish the deviled eggs with your favorite toppings like paprika, chopped bacon, or sliced green onions. Serve and enjoy!

Side view of deviled eggs on a serving platter.

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Homemade Tartar Sauce

Homemade tartar sauce is incredibly easy to make and pairs perfectly with any baked or fried fish or seafood.

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I’m always on a quest to reduce the number of half-used bottles of sauce in my fridge (the struggle is real…) Instead of buying every single sauce under the sun, I keep a few basic condiments on hand so I can make any other homemade sauce whenever I want and in whatever quantity I need. This Homemade Tartar Sauce is the perfect example. I don’t eat tartar sauce often, but when enjoying homemade fish sticks it’s an absolute must! It takes just a few minutes to whip up, uses only six (or less!) pantry and fridge staples, and I can make any amount that I need with NO leftovers. #win

Overhead view of a bowl of tartar sauce on a plate of fish sticks, being stirred with a spoon.

What is Tartar Sauce?

Tartar sauce is a rich and tangy mayonnaise-based sauce that is perfect for serving with any type of fish or seafood. It’s incredibly simple to make, and you might just have all of the ingredients on hand!

Ingredients for Tartar Sauce

Here are the ingredients for our super easy homemade tartar sauce recipe:

  • Mayonnaise: This is the rich and creamy base for tartar sauce. You can use your favorite brand, but I usually lean towards Hellmann’s or Dukes.
  • Plain Yogurt (optional): I like to do a half-and-half mix of mayonnaise and yogurt because the yogurt lightens up the sauce just a bit and makes the flavor slightly brighter. You can use all mayo if you prefer a richer sauce. You can use regular-style yogurt for a thinner tartar sauce, or Greek-style yogurt for a thicker tartar sauce.
  • Dijon Mustard: Dijon adds a nice tanginess to the tartar sauce, plus a little complexity to the flavor.
  • Lemon Juice: Lemon and fish are BFF’s, so a little lemon juice in the mix helps the tartar sauce pair perfectly with the seafood and it helps cut the heaviness of the mayo.
  • Dill Relish: Relish gives the sauce some much-needed texture and the dill flavor goes perfectly with lemon.
  • Dried Dill: We’re doubling down on the dill flavor with a little more dried dill. It amps up the flavor and adds a little more color to the sauce.

What Else Can I add?

This easy tartar sauce recipe is a great base that can then be modified to fit your taste buds or other ingredients you may have on hand. Try adding these ingredients to customize your tartar sauce:

  • Try adding a dash or two of hot sauce or a small spoonful of horseradish for some kick!
  • Got leftover capers? Stir them in for some extra briney flavor.
  • Finely diced red onion would add even more crunch and savory flavor.
  • Add a dash of Worcestershire sauce for some more umami.
  • Add a tablespoon of freshly chopped parsley for more freshness.

How to Serve Tartar Sauce

Tartar sauce is obviously great with Homemade Fish Sticks, but it’s also delicious with Chicken Nuggets, Steak Fries, Garlic Butter Shrimp, or Tuna Patties. And since it’s simply a lemon-dill flavored mayonnaise, it could also be used as a spread on sandwiches and wraps!

Overhead view of a bowl full of tartar sauce with lemons on the side.
Overhead view of a bowl of tartar sauce with a spoon, on a plate of fish sticks.
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Tartar Sauce

Homemade tartar sauce is incredibly easy to make and pairs perfectly with any baked or fried fish or seafood.
Course Dip, Sauce, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Total Cost $1.65 recipe / $0.33 serving
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 5 (about ¼ cup each)
Calories 174kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise $0.67
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt* $0.53
  • 1/4 cup dill relish $0.32
  • 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard $0.02
  • 1 Tbsp lemon juice $0.06
  • 1/2 tsp dried dill $0.05

Instructions

  • Add all of the ingredients to a bowl and stir to combine. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to five days.

See how we calculate recipe costs here.

Notes

*You can use regular style yogurt for a thinner sauce, or Greek style yogurt for a thicker sauce. Or, substitute with more mayonnaise for an ultra rich and thick tartar sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25cup | Calories: 174kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 17g | Sodium: 314mg | Fiber: 0.3g
A bowl of homemade tartar sauce on a plate of fish sticks with lemons on the side.

How to Make Tartar Sauce – Step By Step Photos

Tartar sauce ingredients in a bowl not stirred together.

All you have to do to make tartar sauce is stir together ½ cup mayonnaise, ½ cup plain yogurt (or just do 1 cup total mayonnaise), ¼ cup dill relish, 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 Tbsp lemon juice, and ½ tsp dried dill.

Finished tartar sauce in a bowl with a spoon.

Stir it all together and you’re good to go! You can store this sauce in the fridge for up to five days. If you prefer a thicker tartar sauce, use Greek-style yogurt, or skip the yogurt and use all mayonnaise.

A fish stick being dipped into a bowl of tartar sauce.

Serve with your favorite seafood, roasted vegetables, or even as a sandwich spread!

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