Grandma Jane's Flavor-Packed Tomato and Cucumber Salad

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Step 1

Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Keep turning it now and then until it’s nicely browned and crispy, which should take about 10 minutes. Once done, transfer the bacon to a plate lined with paper towels to drain off the excess grease. Let it cool, then crumble it into a big salad bowl.

Step 2

Spoon out about a tablespoon of the bacon drippings from the pan and let it cool slightly. Mix the drippings into the crumbled bacon along with some mayonnaise until everything is well combined. Then, add in the chopped tomatoes and cucumbers.

Step 3

Season the salad with kosher salt, a bit of five-peppercorn blend, and a pinch of cumin to taste. Give everything a good stir, cover the bowl, and pop it in the fridge to chill for at least an hour. If you have time, letting it sit overnight really helps the flavors develop.