Place eggs in a large saucepan. Cover the eggs with cold water by 1-inch. Bring to a boil and boil for 1 minute. cover and remove from heat. Let sit for 12 minutes.
Gently tap the warm eggs on counter and evenly crack the entire egg shell.
In a large bowl, mix together the water, food coloring and vinegar.
Gently place the cracked eggs into the colored water and let them sit for 1 hour.
Remove the eggs, dry and peel.
Slice the eggs in half lengthwise and removed the yolks.
Mash the yolks with a fork and add the mayonnaise, mustard, salt and pepper.
Spoon the yolk mixture into the egg white halves and gently press the two halves together.
Notes
Recipe adapted from: Southern Living 2002 Annual Recipes