Spiderweb Deviled Eggs for Halloween

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp black gel food coloring
• 12 large eggs, preferably not the freshest ones
• 1/3 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tsp distilled white vinegar (5%)
• 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
• 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 0.5 tsp sweet Spanish paprika
• 12 sprigs of fresh dill for garnish

Preparation:

1. Combine 2 liters of water and food coloring in a saucepan. Carefully lower the eggs into the water. Place over high heat and bring to a boil. Once the water boils, cover, remove from heat, and set aside for 10 minutes.
2. Remove the eggs from the water and place them on paper towels. Tap the eggs lightly with a spoon to crack the shells. Transfer the eggs to a bowl with some ice and pour the cooking liquid over them. Let them cool completely.
3. Carefully peel the eggs. Cut a thin strip from the narrow end of each egg so they can stand upright. Cut off the wide end of each egg and, using a small spoon or the tip of a butter knife, carefully squeeze out the egg yolk. Place the yolk in a mini food processor or bowl. Whisk the yolks (or mash with a fork). Add the mayonnaise, vinegar, salt, and pepper and mix until smooth. Spoon the yolk filling into the whites or pipe it with a pastry bag.
4. Place the deviled eggs upright on a serving platter. Sprinkle the yolks with a pinch of paprika. Garnish each egg with a sprig of fresh dill. Serve chilled.