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    Honey Mustard Broccoli Salad with Crispy Bacon

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    A delightful salad with a mix of crunchy broccoli, crispy bacon, and a creamy honey mustard dressing.

    Ingredients for Honey Mustard Broccoli Salad with Crispy Bacon

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    Bacon

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    Fresh Broccoli, cut into small florets

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    Sliced Almonds

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    Mayonnaise

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    Honey Mustard Dressing

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    How to Make Honey Mustard Broccoli Salad with Crispy Bacon

    1. Cook Bacon

    Place the bacon slices in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the bacon on both sides until it is golden brown and crispy, about 8 minutes. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel–lined plate to drain and cool for about 5 minutes.

    2. Prepare Broccoli and Almonds

    While the bacon is cooling, cut the fresh broccoli into small florets and place them into a large bowl. Add the sliced almonds.

    3. Crumble Bacon

    Once the bacon has cooled, crumble it into small pieces and add it to the bowl with the broccoli and almonds.

    4. Make Dressing

    In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise and honey mustard dressing. Stir until well blended.

    5. Combine and Chill Salad

    Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss until evenly coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

    Pitfalls and tips

    Quality Ingredients

    Opt for organic, fresh broccoli that's firm and deeply colored. Choose thick-cut, artisanal bacon for rich flavor.

    Balance in Dressing

    Use high-quality honey and robust Dijon mustard, adjust acidity with vinegar or lemon juice, and emulsify for a smooth consistency.

    Broccoli Prep

    Cut broccoli into uniform, bite-sized florets and blanch briefly in salted boiling water, then shock in ice water to maintain color and crunch.

    Bacon Excellence

    Cook bacon slowly over medium heat and drain on paper towels to achieve perfect crispiness without excess fat.

    Allowing Flavors to Mingle

    Let the salad sit before serving to allow flavors to meld, or dress just before serving to maintain maximum crunch.


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