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When it comes to traditional American eats, egg salad is a staple. Complete with hard-boiled eggs, mayo, and various yummy ingredients, egg salad is a classic go-to lunch menu option. Still, even the classics can get a bit drab, especially if this specific dish is part of your weekly — or daily — rotation.

Thankfully, there are plenty of easy ways to amp up this traditional meal and turn it into something marvelous. In this post, we're illuminating the ways you can using fun and interesting add-ins. From unexpected condiments to meaty extras, there's something for everyone on the upcoming list.



Also, be sure to take note of any special instructions regarding each ingredient, as a few of them might require changes to your standard egg salad recipe to help flavors meld. Join us as we uncover the delicious ingredients you should consider the next time you're whipping up an egg salad. Bacon It's true, folks — anymore.

, but we've got to admit, we're impressed with Alton Brown's take. He recommends adding the salty savor of crispy bacon to your egg salad for a fun twist that can even be enjoyed for breakfast. By combining chopped hard-boiled egg, mayo, red onion, hot sauce, and a few other ingredients, you end up with a hearty morning dish that you can serve over toast.

As far as what kind of bacon to add to your egg salad, the choice is entirely yours. Thick and robust slices will likely give your egg salad a chewier texture, while thinner bacon slices will cook up crispy a.

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