2 Ingredients That Will Instantly Elevate Your Deviled Eggs

What's a barbecue without deviled eggs? These little bites are a summer tradition, and there are countless recipes out there that put some rather unusual twists on the classic staple. While adding aggressive flavors like crumbled blue cheese or pesto to the yolk mixture can be a fun way to experiment, sometimes a more understated update is the smarter way to please a crowd.

Here's a recipe that adds a burst of color and fresh flavor, elevating the basic deviled egg without going overboard.

Deviled Eggs With Microgreens and Bacon

Adapted from "Sweetie Pie's Cookbook"  

Ingredients

6 hard-boiled eggs

3 Tbsp. mayonnaise

1 Tbsp. prepared mustard

1/2 tsp. sugar

Salt and pepper

1⁄4 cup finely crumbled crispy bacon

Paprika for garnish

Microgreens for garnish

Directions

Slice the eggs lengthwise and gently scoop the yolks out into a medium bowl.

Mash the yolks well with a fork. Add the mayo, mustard and sugar and mix well. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in the bacon. 

Using a teaspoon, spoon the yolk mixture back into the egg white halves. Arrange on a platter and sprinkle with paprika and a sprig of microgreens.

Another barbecue crowd pleaser:

The goes-with-everything pasta salad with squash, pine nuts and mint