Best Broccoli Salad Bacon (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 cup mayonnaise
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1½ tablespoons granulated sugar
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3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
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¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
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1⅓ lbs broccoli florets, finely chopped into bite-size pieces
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8 slices crispy cooked bacon, chopped
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⅓ cup chopped red onion
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½ cup sweetened dried cranberries
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⅓ cup sliced almonds
# Instructions:
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Whisk together the mayonnaise, granulated sugar, apple cider vinegar, and freshly ground black pepper in a small bowl.
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In a large bowl, combine the chopped broccoli florets, crispy cooked bacon, red onions, dried cranberries, and sliced almonds.
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Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients in the bowl. Toss everything gently to coat.
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Cover and refrigerate the salad for 1-2 hours for optimal flavors. Toss again right before serving, and enjoy.
# Notes:
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For optimal flavor, refrigerate the salad for a few hours before serving.
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If more tender broccoli is preferred, blanch it by boiling for 1-2 minutes, draining, and cooling quickly in cold water. Dry completely with paper towels before using.
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The broccoli stems are edible but optional. Stick with florets, chopped into bite-size pieces, for this recipe.