Hard-boiled eggs – Instant Pot method

1. Let eggs sit at room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes. (See Note below.)
2. Place wire rack (or steamer basket) in Instant Pot along with 1 to 1 1/2 cups water.
3. Place eggs on rack, spacing out as evenly as possible (I cook 6 at a time and use the other 2 in another recipe). Seal and cook on high for 7 minutes.?When timer goes off, release pressure, following the “quick release” method.
4. Carefully remove eggs (they will be hot!) and immediately place in a bowl of ice water. Let rest in water until eggs are cold to the touch.

Hard-boiled eggs – traditional method

1. In a large saucepan, place eggs in one layer and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to simmer and cook for 6 to 8 minutes (cook for longer time if at higher altitude).
2. Remove pan from heat and leave eggs in hot water for another 3 to 5 minutes.
3. Carefully remove eggs (they will be hot!) and immediately place in a bowl of ice water. Let rest in water until eggs are cold to the touch.

Egg Salad

1. Remove shells from hard-boiled eggs.
2. Chop eggs and place in a medium mixing bowl.
3. Stir in mayonnaise, mustard, onion and chives. Season to taste with paprika, salt and pepper. Adjust the mayonnaise and mustard, if necessary

Assembly

1. Lightly toast the bagel halves, then spread egg salad mixture on each half.
2. Top with slices of salmon and serve. Garnish with additional chopped chives, if desired.