Linda's Green Eggs And Ham Appetizers ~ Easter
Recipe: #4858
March 10, 2012
"These are great around the holidays to bring, especially to a Halloween, Christmas, Easter or St. Patrick's Day Party!!! You can also serve them up for breakfast with a side of toast, muffins, scones, or biscuits. Cooking time is time it takes to make your hard boiled eggs. You can easily double or triple this recipe to feed a large crowd."
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (44.4 g)
- Calories 68.8
- Total Fat - 4.8 g
- Saturated Fat - 1.2 g
- Cholesterol - 107.2 mg
- Sodium - 140.9 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 2.1 g
- Dietary Fiber - 0.2 g
- Sugars - 0.6 g
- Protein - 4.2 g
- Calcium - 18.6 mg
- Iron - 0.6 mg
- Vitamin C - 2.7 mg
- Thiamin - 0 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
In a medium pot place eggs in water, just covering eggs. Pour 1 teaspoon vinegar into water. Bring to a rolling boil. Once water is boiling, cover, pull pot off burner, and let sit for 25 minutes. Drain, crack on counter all over the egg, and peel under cold running water. (Make the eggs ahead of time and allow to cool before proceeding).
Step 2
Cut the eggs in half horizontally and remove egg yolks. Set aside.
Step 3
Pour the green food coloring in a bowl and gently roll the egg white halves in it. Your fingers will turn very green unless you use surgical gloves.
Step 4
Place the whites, hollow side down on a cake rack over a plate or tray to allow to drip-dry.
Step 5
While whites dry, mix the thoroughly mashed yolks with mayonnaise, mustard, and finely chopped ham.
Step 6
Season with pepper to taste. No salt is needed as ham is salty.
Step 7
Add green pepper, carrots, and onion if using, and mix well.
Step 8
Before filling the whites, gently dab the green egg halves with paper towels to remove excess food coloring.
Step 9
When filled place in egg tray or a dish, cover with saran wrap, and chill until serving time.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- Choose a mayonnaise that you like the flavor of, as it will be the main flavor of the filling.
- If using optional vegetables, make sure to finely chop them so that they are easier to mix into the filling.
- Substitute Greek yogurt for the mayonnaise for a healthier option. This substitution will reduce the amount of fat and calories in the recipe while still providing a creamy texture.
- Substitute cooked turkey for the ham for a leaner option. This substitution will reduce the amount of fat and cholesterol in the recipe while still providing a savory flavor.
Ham and Cheese Appetizers Replace the cooked ham with cooked bacon and add 1/4 cup of shredded cheese to the mashed yolks mixture. Omit the green food coloring and green pepper when rolling the egg white halves in the food coloring.
Roasted Potatoes - Roasted potatoes are a great side dish to serve with Linda's Green Eggs and Ham Appetizers. They are easy to make and can be seasoned with salt, pepper, and herbs for added flavor. Roasted potatoes are a classic side dish that pairs perfectly with the appetizers.
Green Beans with Garlic and Herbs: Green beans with garlic and herbs is a great side dish to serve with Linda's Green Eggs and Ham Appetizers. It is a simple and flavorful dish that pairs well with the appetizers. The garlic and herbs add a nice flavor to the green beans, making it a tasty side dish that everyone will enjoy.
FAQ
Q: How long do I need to boil the eggs for?
A: Boil the eggs for 25 minutes. Make sure the pot is off the burner and the lid is on once it starts boiling. Drain, crack on counter all over the egg, and peel under cold running water.
Q: How do I make hard-boiled eggs?
A: Fill a pot with enough cold water to cover the eggs. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove the eggs from the heat and let them sit in the hot water for 12 minutes. Drain the hot water and cool the eggs under cold running water. Peel and enjoy!
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Fun facts:
The traditional Green Eggs and Ham dish was popularized by the beloved children's book of the same name, written by Dr. Seuss in 1960. It has since been adapted into a television series, and is a favorite among children and adults alike.
The dish is believed to have originated in the United Kingdom, where it is known as 'Ham and Eggs in a Blanket'. It is a popular breakfast dish, and can be served with a variety of accompaniments, such as toast, muffins, scones, or biscuits.