Lemon Thyme Deviled Eggs With Grana Padano Frico

Name: Lemon Thyme Deviled Eggs With Grana Padano Frico
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the Frico; 1 cup shredded Grana Padano; 2 teaspoons lemon zest; 1 teaspoon finely minced fresh thyme; For the Eggs; 8 eggs; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons creme fraiche (can sub sour cream or plain yogurt); 1 teaspoon dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon finely grated Grana Padano; 1 lemon, juiced and zested; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon minced fresh thyme

Servings: persons

For the Frico
1 cup shredded Grana Padano
2 teaspoons lemon zest
1 teaspoon finely minced fresh thyme
For the Eggs
8 eggs
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons creme fraiche (can sub sour cream or plain yogurt)
1 teaspoon dijon mustard
1 tablespoon finely grated Grana Padano
1 lemon, juiced and zested
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh thyme

1
Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
2
Mix Grana Padano, lemon zest and thyme in a bowl until thoroughly combined.
3
Transfer a heaping spoonful of the cheese mixture onto an upside-down cookie sheet with topped with parchment paper and gently spread into a thin, even circle. Repeat, leaving about 1/2 inch between each circle.
4
Bake 4-5 minutes, watching carefully, until golden brown.
5
Remove from oven and transfer parchment sheet onto a cooling rack.
6
Let cool completely and break into 1-inch pieces.
7
Bring a medium pot of water to a boil.
8
Add eggs to boiling water, one at a time, and cook for 10 minutes.
9
Drain hot water from pot and run cold water over eggs for 3-5 minutes until cool.
10
Peel eggs and slice in half.
11
Gently pop or scoop yolks into a small mixing bowl and transfer whites, hole-side up to a plate. For perfect whites, dunk them in cold water before plating to remove any excess yolk.
12
Whisk mayo, creme fraiche, mustard, Grana Padano, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, pepper and thyme into egg yolks until creamy.
13
Transfer yolk mixture into pipping bag or gallon ziplock bag and trim end or corner the width of your pinky finger.
14
Pipe yolk mixture evenly into the pocket of each egg white.
15
Top each egg half with a frico piece.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the Frico, 1 cup shredded Grana Padano, 2 teaspoons lemon zest, 1 teaspoon finely minced fresh thyme, and more.

Yes, Lemon Thyme Deviled Eggs With Grana Padano Frico falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!