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Creamy Deviled Egg Pasta Salad Recipe with Candied Bacon and Dill Made Easy

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A creamy and tangy pasta salad featuring a deviled egg dressing, sweet candied bacon, and fresh dill. Perfect for quick meals, potlucks, and picnics with a delightful balance of rich, smoky, and fresh flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces (225 g) rotini or elbow macaroni
  • 6 large hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
  • ½ cup (120 ml) full-fat mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 stalk celery, finely diced
  • Optional: pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Set aside.
  2. Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water by about an inch. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and cover. Let sit for 10-12 minutes. Transfer eggs to an ice bath to cool completely. Peel and chop finely.
  3. In a medium bowl, mash the chopped eggs using a fork or pulse briefly in a food processor for a smoother texture. Stir in mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Mix until creamy but still textured.
  4. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lay bacon slices on a foil-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle each slice evenly with brown sugar. Bake for 15-20 minutes until crispy and caramelized. Transfer to paper towels to drain and cool, then crumble.
  5. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, deviled egg dressing, crumbled candied bacon, fresh dill, green onions, and celery. Gently fold until evenly coated.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or a pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne if desired.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and salad to firm up.

Notes

Use slightly older eggs for easier peeling. Baking bacon on foil-lined sheet with brown sugar is the easiest way to candy bacon. Chill salad for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor. If salad seems dry after chilling, stir in a splash of mayo or olive oil. For vegetarian option, substitute bacon with roasted smoked chickpeas or toasted nuts with smoked paprika. Use gluten-free pasta to make the recipe gluten-free.

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Keywords: deviled egg pasta salad, creamy pasta salad, candied bacon salad, dill pasta salad, potluck salad, easy pasta salad

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