Its all in how you chop it.

I create plenty of delicious food and also plenty of dirty dishes.

Because of that, Im always looking for ways to keep my messes to a minimum.

Closeup of an egg salad sandwich on a croissant

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Its one of the reasons I work at limiting the servingware and utensils I use.

My idea of whats good and easy might be different from yours.

One of the reasons I got into food was because I liked making things with my hands.

Side shot of egg salad in a bowl

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This salad celebrates creativity, embraces a well-contained mess, and yields a delicious meal with very little clean-up.

Just rock your knife around a few times, then add your mayo, mustard, and pickle relish.

Rock your knife again, and tada!

Your egg salad is ready!

I often drop this open-faced sammie right onto the same cutting board.

It makes a great plate.

), here are a few tips: