Classic Chef Salad Recipe

Preparation

1. 1

   Cook the Bacon

   In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until crispy. Remove from the skillet and let them drain on paper towels. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces.

2. 2

   Prepare the Hard Boiled Eggs

   Place the eggs in a pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, cover the pot, remove from heat, and let it sit for 10-12 minutes. Afterward, transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water to cool, then peel and slice them.

3. 3

   Chop the Meats

   Dice the ham and turkey into bite-sized pieces.

4. 4

   Prepare the Vegetables

   Wash and slice the tomato into wedges.

5. 5

   Assemble the Salad

   In a large bowl or on a serving platter, combine the diced ham, turkey, crumbled bacon, sliced hard boiled eggs, sliced tomatoes, and shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.

6. 6

   Add Crackers and Dressing

   Sprinkle the wheat crackers over the top of the salad. Drizzle with ranch dressing or your choice of dressing before serving.