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Master's Egg Salad Sandwich Recipe: Inspired Classic Favorite

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 8 large eggs – Hard-boiled and cooled
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise – Use a good one
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard – Classic and sharp without overpowering the eggs
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice – This brightens everything up
  • 2 tablespoons celery very finely chopped – Adds freshness and crunch
  • 2 tablespoons red onion or sweet onion very finely chopped – A little bite goes a long way
  • 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish – Optional for some people essential for others
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder – Just enough to round things out
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika – Adds gentle warmth
  • Salt to taste – Start small, then adjust after mixing
  • Black pepper to taste – Freshly cracked gives the best flavor
  • 8 slices sandwich bread – White milk bread, potato bread, or soft wheat all work
  • Butter optional – A thin swipe on the bread adds richness
  • Lettuce leaves optional – Nice for texture
  • Extra paprika or chopped chives for garnish optional – Not required

Method
 

  1. Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover them with cold water by about an inch. Bring the water to a boil, turn off the heat, cover the pan, and let the eggs sit for 10 to 12 minutes so the yolks set without turning chalky. Drain the hot water and move the eggs into an ice bath or very cold water. Let them cool completely before peeling.
  2. Peel the eggs and pat them dry if they still feel damp. Chop them into small pieces, but stop before they turn crumbly, because you want a mix of creamy bits and tiny chunks instead of one uniform paste.
  3. In a medium bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, relish, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix it until it looks smooth and even.
  4. Add the chopped celery and onion to the bowl, then stir to coat them in the dressing. After that, fold in the chopped eggs gently with a spatula or spoon until everything looks evenly mixed but still has some visible texture.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the egg salad for at least 20 to 30 minutes if you have time.
  6. Lay out your bread and add a very thin layer of butter if you like that extra richness. Spoon the egg salad onto four slices, spread it edge to edge, then top with lettuce if you’re using it and close each sandwich with the remaining bread.