Okay, so I tried to make this engaged egg salad today, and let me tell you, it was a bit of a journey. I started by gathering all the ingredients, you know, the usual suspects: eggs, mayonnaise, some mustard, a bit of relish, and some spices.
First things first, I boiled the eggs. I put them in a pot, covered them with cold water, and brought it to a boil. Then, I turned off the heat and let them sit for about 10 minutes. This is supposed to make them perfectly cooked, but honestly, I always feel like I’m guessing with the timing.
While the eggs were cooling, I chopped up some celery and onions. I like my egg salad with a bit of crunch, so I made sure the pieces were not too small. I also got the mayonnaise, mustard, and relish ready. I’m not too precise with measurements; I usually just eyeball it and add more if needed.
Once the eggs were cool enough to handle, I peeled them. Sometimes this is a breeze, and other times it’s a total pain. Today, they were being a little stubborn, but I managed to get them all peeled without too much trouble.
Next, I mashed the eggs with a fork. I like to leave some bigger chunks for texture, so I didn’t go too crazy with the mashing. Then, I mixed in the celery, onions, mayonnaise, mustard, and relish. I added a pinch of salt, pepper, and a dash of paprika for a little kick.
After mixing everything, I gave it a taste. It was pretty good, but I felt like it needed a little something extra. I added a bit more mustard and a tiny bit more relish. That did the trick! It was creamy, crunchy, and had just the right amount of tanginess.
- Boil the eggs and let them cool.
- Chop celery and onions.
- Peel and mash the eggs.
- Mix everything.
- Adjust seasonings to taste.
I served the engaged egg salad on some toasted bread, and it was delicious. It’s such a simple dish, but it always hits the spot. Plus, it’s a great way to use up leftover hard-boiled eggs.
Final Thoughts
Making egg salad is pretty straightforward, but getting it just right can take a little practice. I love how versatile it is – you can add all sorts of things to it to make it your own. I hope you give it a try and enjoy it as much as I did!
