Ingredients and Weight:
- Potatoes - 4 medium, about 2 pounds (900 grams)
- Bread - 8 slices
- Mayonnaise - 1 cup (240 ml)
- Bacon bits - 1/2 cup (80 grams)
- Green onions - 2, chopped
- Salt and pepper - to taste
- Egg - 2, hard-boiled
- Lettuce - 1 head, shredded
Preparation Time:
30 minutes (plus additional time for boiling eggs and cooling potatoes)
Cooking Time:
15 minutes (for potato salad) + assembly time (for sandwiches)
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Prepare the potatoes: peel, wash, and cut into cubes. Boil until tender, then cool.
- Prepare the bread: toast lightly if desired.
- In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, bacon bits, green onions, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Add hard-boiled eggs and shredded lettuce to the bowl and mix gently.
- Add the cooled potatoes and mix thoroughly to create the potato salad.
- Spread the potato salad on the bread to assemble the sandwiches.
Nutritional Information:
Calories: Approx. 400 per sandwich (based on ingredients listed)
Carbohydrates: Bread provides carbs
Protein: Eggs and bacon provide protein
Fat: Mayonnaise and bacon provide fat
Dish Characteristics:
- Creative fusion of a traditional American potato salad with a sandwich format.
- Uses easily available ingredients in American supermarkets.
- Perfect for a summer picnic or casual dinner at home.
User Comments:
- "The flavors were great! The potato salad was delicious, and the sandwich format was a unique idea."
- "The lettuce added a nice crunch to the sandwich, but I would have preferred more bacon bits."
- "A little too much mayonnaise for my taste, but overall a good dish."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to cook the eggs hard-boiled before assembling the sandwich to ensure safety.
- Adjust the seasoning according to personal taste preferences.
- If desired, you can add more toppings like cheese or olives to enhance flavor and texture.
