Growing up, many special occasions were celebrated at Mimi’s. Whether it was a birthday party, a major holiday or a significant milestone in between, Mimi made it a priority to get the family together in order to spend time together. And now that we’re older, we can truly understand the significance of those gatherings. The significance of being in the same room together, sharing the same fixings and experiencing the same moments helped connect us in ways we never expected. We may not have had it all together, but together we had it all.
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As we think back on those regular gatherings, we can think of so many wonderful dishes Mimi prepared for us to enjoy while we were catching up and celebrating the occasion at hand. She’s always had the ability to plan just enough of the most delicious recipes we still ask her to make to this day. One of our favorites is her Egg Salad Recipe, so we knew we had to share it with you because it’s just too good not to!
The Secret to Serving This Recipe
First and foremost, if you haven’t seen our Easy-to-Peel Hard Boiled Egg Hack, you have to watch this video where we share how to hard boil eggs that peel perfectly EVERY single time! This technique will set you up for success as you prepare your eggs to make the recipe.
Second, you will not want to skip out on including the relish in this recipe. The acidity of the relish will cut through the fatty mayo and will add flavor to what is otherwise a somewhat simple dish.
Finally, and probably the most important secret is to prepare this recipe a day in advance to allow the flavors of each ingredient to blend together. You will be so grateful not only to have a delicious recipe to enjoy but also more time to enjoy with those you’re sharing it with.
How to Serve Mimi’s Egg Salad Recipe
Egg said has a reputation for being one of those recipes you set out on a buffet during a casual gathering. While there is nothing wrong with this method, our favorite way to serve Mimi’s Egg Salad is to spoon it into a decorative bowl or to prepare it as sandwiches in advance and place them on a decorative platter to be passed around family-style. The physical act of passing a dish around the table and sharing the same food creates an intimate interaction that sparks connection. Everyone at the table is not only enjoying the same recipe but is also sharing a moment in time that creates the emotional bonds our hearts long for.
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The Perfect Pairings
Our favorite way to enjoy Mimi’s Egg Salad Recipe is sandwiched between two slices of white bread, but it’s just as good served on its own or over a salad. It also pairs well with various dishes and platters commonly served at lunch. Here are some of our favorite pairings!
- Mimi’s Tuna Salad
- Nana’s Chicken Salad
- Classic white bread
- Plain or flavored croissants
- Toasted or untoasted bagel
- Baguette
- Bun
- Pita Bread
- Lettuce Wrap
- Tortilla Chips
- Green salad
- Fruit platter
- Cheese platter
- Vegetable platter
- Chips
- Dill pickles
- Macaroni salad
- Soup
- Fruit salad
How to Prepare Mimi’s Egg Salad Recipe
The Tools
For this recipe, you’ll need a large soup or sauce pan, and we whole heartedly recommend our very favorite cookware ever: Caraway Home.
We made the switch to Caraway Home a while ago in our own homes because of its ceramic, toxin-free material, but we fell in love with our cook and bakeware for its luxurious style and design. Plus, its non-stick surface allows for the easiest cleanup and stress-free time in your kitchen.
(Below you’ll see our Sage cookware which complements our Cream bakeware seamlessly!)
The Ingredients
With only four ingredients necessary, this recipe is a quick and easy go-to in both our homes! Keep in mind, however, that egg salad is often paired with croissants, white bread, crackers or other pairings, so you might want to add your favorite complementary component to your shopping list.
How to Prepare
Mimi’s Egg Salad is best prepared a day in advance to allow the flavors of each ingredient to blend together. To start, fill a large saucepan with enough water to cover the eggs by an inch or two. Bring the water to a boil, and carefully add the eggs with a spider strainer or slotted spoon. Lower the heat to a gentle simmer and cook for 13 minutes.
While the eggs are boiling, chop the onion and measure out the rest of the ingredients.
When the eggs are finished cooking, place them in an ice bath for 5 minutes. Then, peel and gently chop eggs with a fork, knife or hard-wired whisk.
From there, combine the eggs, onion, and relish. Then, gradually add in the mayonnaise to your taste and consistency preference.
Serve the recipe immediately or cover and chill until ready to serve.
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Mimi’s Egg Salad Recipe
Equipment
- Large saucepan
- Strainer
- Spider strainer or slotted spoon
- Bowl
- measuring cups
- Chef's knife
- cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 dozen eggs, hard boiled
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup sweet relish
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise (more or less to taste)
Instructions
- Fill a large saucepan with enough water to cover eggs by an inch or two. Bring to a boil.
- Carefully add eggs to boiling water and lower heat to a gentle simmer. Cook for 13 minutes.
- While the eggs are boiling, chop the onion.
- When the eggs are finished cooking, place them in an ice bath for 5 minutes. Then, peel and gently chop eggs with a fork, knife or hard-wired whisk.
- Combine eggs, onion, and relish. Gradually add in mayonnaise to taste.
- Serve immediately or cover and chill until ready to serve.
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