3 Easy Deviled Potatoes
These three easy deviled potato recipes offer a delicious twist on a classic appetizer. Perfect for parties or a unique snack, they are simple to prepare and packed with flavor.
Equipment
- large pot
- mixing bowl
- spoon
Ingredients
Basic Deviled Potatoes
- 1.5 lbs small potatoes
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard or to taste
- 2 tbsp chives, chopped for garnish
Smoky Paprika Deviled Potatoes
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp hot sauce optional
Bacon Cheddar Deviled Potatoes
- 4 slices crispy bacon, crumbled
- 0.25 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp green onions, sliced for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash and boil the potatoes until tender, then halve them and scoop out the pulp, leaving a thin shell.
Basic Deviled Potato Filling
- Mash the potato pulp with mayonnaise and Dijon mustard, then season with salt and pepper.
- Spoon the mixture back into the potato shells and garnish with chopped chives.
Smoky Paprika Variation
- Mix smoked paprika and hot sauce into a portion of the basic potato filling.
- Fill the potato shells with this smoky mixture and garnish as desired.
Bacon Cheddar Variation
- Combine crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar cheese with another portion of the basic potato filling.
- Fill the potato shells with the bacon cheddar mixture and top with sliced green onions.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with different seasonings and toppings to customize these deviled potatoes even further. For a healthier option, substitute some of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.