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    Classic Egg Salad Sandwich

    Chopped hard-boiled eggs are folded into a creamy mayonnaise and mustard dressing, piled onto soft bread for a classic lunchtime sandwich.

    ⏱ 15 minPrep time
    🔥 12 minCook time
    🍽 4Servings
    🏷 LunchCategory
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    Classic Egg Salad Sandwich with creamy egg salad, dill and lettuce on toasted bread

    Egg salad became a popular American lunch staple in the early 20th century as refrigeration made mayonnaise-based dishes safer and more practical for home kitchens. Its simple, affordable ingredients made it a beloved standby at lunch counters, delis, and church potlucks throughout the 20th century.

    Creamy, tangy, and simple to make

    Chopped hard-boiled eggs are folded into a creamy mayonnaise and mustard dressing, piled onto soft bread for a classic lunchtime sandwich.

    Step by stepInstructions

    1. Boil the eggs for 12 minutes, then cool in an ice bath and peel.
    2. Chop the eggs and place in a bowl.
    3. Fold in the mayonnaise, mustard, celery, and chives.
    4. Season with salt and pepper.
    5. Spread the egg salad onto four slices of bread with lettuce.
    6. Top with the remaining bread and slice to serve.

    💡 Chef tips & storage

    Chopping the eggs with a pastry cutter or by hand gives a better texture than a food processor, which can turn the eggs mushy. Chill the egg salad for at least 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor.

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    Recipe details

    Prep15 min
    Cook12 min
    Servings4
    CategoryLunch
    PublishedAugust 12, 2026
    Emily — the cook behind My Comfort Recipes

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