For Perfect Boiled Eggs: Fill a medium saucepan with water and bring to a boil. Place eggs into the boiling water. Cook 12 minutes at a medium simmer. Remove from the heat and drain. Peel the eggs. (I have better luck peeling them under warm to hot running water to prevent shells from sticking.)

On a cutting board, slice the eggs in half and place the white halves in a casserole dish and chill, place the cooked yolks in a bowl.

In the bowl with the yolks, add the shallot, mayonnaise, mustard, red wine vinegar, salt, shredded apple, and shredded smoked gouda cheese. Fluff and mix well with a fork. Chill this mixture 30 minutes or overnight for great flavor.

Make the cowboy candy recipe according to the instructions, or buy store-bought candied jalapenos. Chill.

To Assemble: Using a small scoop, place a scoop of the filling in each egg until the filling is gone. You can be generous. Place the eggs on the serving platter of your choosing. On each egg place one square of chopped brisket. (Room temperature or lightly warmed brisket is best.)

Place a piece of candied jalapeno or cowboy candy on each deviled egg. Drizzle with your favorite barbecue sauce. Serve immediately.