Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- A pinch of paprika for garnish
- 12 to 15 large pitted black olives
Instructions
- Place the eggs in a single layer in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring the water to a boil, then remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 12 minutes.
- Immediately transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water for 5 to 10 minutes to stop the cooking process.
- Gently peel the eggs and slice them in half lengthwise.
- Remove the yolks and place them in a small mixing bowl. Set the white halves aside on a serving platter.
- Mash the yolks with a fork until they are fine and crumbly.
- Mix in the mayonnaise, yellow mustard, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
- Spoon or pipe the yolk mixture back into the center of each egg white half. Sprinkle a tiny bit of paprika over the top for color.
- To make the spiders, cut the black olives in half lengthwise. Place one half in the center of the egg yolk to represent the spider’s body.
- Slice the remaining olive halves into thin strips to create the legs. Place four strips on each side of the “body” to finish your spider.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator until party time.
- Cook Time: Not specified