Eggs are great for breakfast-type dishes, but they're so versatile, that they even make a great base for dinner entrees and main courses. Here are a few simple egg-based recipes, especially suitable for those who don't eat meat.

California-style devilled eggs 
Start with a very tasty but light appetiser. A 15-minute, lip-smacking dish, the California-style devilled eggs are the perfect hors d'oeuvre.

INGREDIENTS:

• 12 hard-boiled eggs
• 1/4 cup low-fat mayonnaise
• 2 tsp mustard sauce
• 2 tbsp finely chopped, well drained, oil-packed, sundried tomatoes
• 4 tsp chopped fresh basil
• 1 tsp red balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 tsp salt
• Pinch of pepper
• Chopped sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil leaves for garnish

METHOD:

1. Cut the eggs in half, lengthwise
2. Remove the yolks, mash them in a bowl; add mayonnaise, mustard, sundried tomatoes, basil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper
3. Stuff the whites with the yolk mixture.
4. Garnish with sundried tomatoes and basil
5. Serve immediately or chilled

Tip: Remember to choose eggs that have been in your fridge for a few days. Less fresh eggs are easier to peel.