Liegeoise Salad

Steps

1. 1
   Step 1:

   Scrub the potatoes well, but do not peel them.

2. 2
   Step 2:

   Cut the potatoes into bite-size pieces.

3. 3
   Step 3:

   Add the potatoes to a large pan of water with a pinch of salt.

4. 4
   Step 4:

   Bring the water to a good boil.

5. 5
   Step 5:

   Cook the potatoes until tender, then remove them with a slotted spoon.

6. 6
   Step 6:

   Keep the potatoes at room temperature.

7. 7
   Step 7:

   Trim and clean the green beans.

8. 8
   Step 8:

   Add the green beans to the pan of hot water used to boil the potatoes.

9. 9
   Step 9:

   Cook the green beans until nearly tender, keeping them crunchy.

10. 10
    Step 10:

    Strain the green beans and immediately refresh them under cold running tap water to stop the cooking process.

11. 11
    Step 11:

    Add the bacon to a large non-stick pan over medium heat.

12. 12
    Step 12:

    Cook the bacon for a couple of minutes, until cooked through.

13. 13
    Step 13:

    Remove the pan from the heat and let the bacon cool slightly.

14. 14
    Step 14:

    Combine the olive oil, white wine vinegar, and mustard.

15. 15
    Step 15:

    Add the cooked potatoes, green beans, bacon, chopped onion, parsley, and vinaigrette together.

16. 16
    Step 16:

    Season with pepper and salt.

17. 17
    Step 17:

    Stir well.

18. 18
    Step 18:

    Check the seasoning and add extra vinegar, pepper, or salt to taste.

19. 19
    Step 19:

    Transfer the salad to a large serving bowl or 2 deep plates, and garnish with the boiled eggs.

20. 20
    Step 20:

    Serve lukewarm.