Description
A classic BLT sandwich reimagined with fresh ingredients and personal twists that enhance its nostalgic charm.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 strips thick-cut bacon
- 4 leaves romaine or iceberg lettuce
- 2 ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 4 slices sourdough or multigrain bread
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the bacon: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Lay the bacon strips in a single layer and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until crispy.
- Prepare your bread: Toast the slices of bread in a toaster or skillet until golden brown.
- Slice the tomatoes: Wash and slice the tomatoes into thick rounds.
- Wash your lettuce: Rinse the lettuce leaves under cold water and shake off excess moisture.
- Assemble the sandwich: Spread mayonnaise on one side of each slice of toasted bread, then layer with bacon, tomato, and lettuce.
- Top with another slice of bread (mayonnaise side down) and press gently.
- Slice and serve: Cut the sandwich diagonally in half and serve with your favorite sides.
Notes
For variations, consider adding avocado, a fried egg, or using smoky tempeh for a vegan option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sandwich Assembly
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: BLT sandwich, classic sandwich, bacon sandwich, summer recipes, comfort food