Plan the perfect Kentucky Derby 151 party with the help of Kroger

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Time is going by fast! We're almost a month away from Kentucky Derby 151 and it's never too early to start planning your Derby party.

With a great party comes great food, and sometimes it's not easy deciding what to add to your menu that you know your guests will like, but also won't take up a large amount of your time preparing.

Kroger influence Katie George joined WDRB Mornings on Wednesday to show us a few simple recipes that will add the perfect touch to your gathering.

All of the ingredients for each recipe can be found at your local Kroger.

Mint Julep

Ingredients:

For the mint simple syrup:

1/3 cup fresh mint leaves - 1 bunch
1/2 cup sugar
1 cup water

For the cocktail:

2 oz. bourbon
1.5 oz. mint simple syrup
Mint sprig
Crushed ice
Lemon or lime slice for garnishing (optional)

Deviled Eggs

Ingredients:

12 large eggs - boiled and peeled
1/3-1/2 cup Hellman's mayo
1 tablespoon butter - softened to room temperature (optional for creamier filling)
2 tablespoons mustard (1 tbsp dijon, 1 tbsp yellow)
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon minced shallot (optional)
1 tablespoon sweet pickle or dill relish (optional)
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 teaspoon salt (kosher or sea)
Cracked black pepper - to taste
Dash of Tabasco sauce
Paprika for sprinkling
Bacon pieces (optional topping)
Jalapeno slices (optional topping)
Ham (chunked, optional topping)