Ingredients for Bacon And Egg Salad Sandwiches
- 6 large eggs
- 4 slices bacon
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Lettuce Leaves
- Tomatoes
- Whole Wheat Bread
How to Make Bacon And Egg Salad Sandwiches
- Place 6 large eggs in a medium saucepan.
- Cover with cold water by about an inch.
- Bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, immediately reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- While eggs simmer, cook 4 slices of bacon until crisp. (about 5-7 minutes)
- Remove bacon from pan and drain on paper towels. Crumble once cool.
- Once the 15 minutes are up, immediately drain the hot water from the eggs and run cold water over them for 30 seconds to stop the cooking process.
- Once cool enough to handle, peel and finely chop the eggs.
- In a medium bowl, combine the chopped eggs, 1/2 cup chopped celery, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- Mix well to combine.
- Stir in the crumbled bacon.
- Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Spread egg salad onto 4 slices of bread.
- Layer lettuce leaves and tomato slices on top of the egg salad.
- Top with remaining bread slices.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
29 g
Sugar
22g
Fat
27g
Carbs
10g