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Old-Fashioned Egg Salad

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Resting Time5 minutes
Total Time37 minutes
Course: dinner, lunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: dijon mustard, egg salad, eggs, gluten free, mayonnaise
Servings: 4 servings
Author: GFchow @ gfchow.com

Ingredients

  • 5-6 large eggs hard-boiled
  • 2-3 tablespoons mayonnaise more or less according to taste
  • 1-2 teaspoons dijon mustard
  • kosher salt and pepper to taste
  • garnish with tomatoes, onions, chives, dill, capers, etc optional

Instructions

Perfectly Cooked Hard-Boiled Eggs

  • Gently place eggs in a single layer in a pot of cold tap water, enough to cover the eggs.
  • Bring water to a boil and then turn down flame to a simmer.
  • Simmer for 12 minutes.
  • Then remove the pan from the burner and let sit for an additional five minutes.
  • Next, spill out the hot water and run cold water over the eggs for 1-2 minutes to cool them down.
  • Peel Perfectly Cooked Hard-Boiled Eggs.

Old-Fashioned Egg Salad

  • Mash eggs with a fork to the consistency you prefer. Or place the eggs into a food processor.
  • Mix in mayonnaise, mustard, salt and pepper to taste.
  • Garnish and serve.

Notes

Eggs can be stored in the refrigerator (either peeled or unpeeled) in a bowl or baggie until ready to use.
Many different garnishes can be added.  Choose your favorites.