Anytime is the perfect time for a BLT sandwich! Made with crispy bacon, fresh lettuce and juicy tomatoes, this is a must have for our family.
Serve as a hearty lunch option, an easy dinner option, and an all-around favorite!
Why we love this sandwich
- When time or ideas run out, this classic BLT sandwich is always a family favorite.
- Made with layers of fresh and delicious ingredients, including lots of bacon, it’s a favorite sandwich recipe at my house!
- As it only takes 15 minutes to prepare, it’s the perfect idea for a last minute lunch or dinner.
Ingredients for a great BLT sandwich
One of the special things about this sandwich is that it only contains a handful of ingredients: bread, bacon, lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise!
Bacon: Thick-cut, crispy bacon is the perfect bacon for this recipe. Cook bacon in the oven to make crispy bacon the easy and simple way! If you don’t have bacon, you can use ham slices, Canadian bacon, pancetta, or turkey bacon. Each one adds their own delicious flavor to this recipe!
lettuce: Use green leaf lettuce, iceberg lettuce, butter lettuce, or romaine lettuce. You can leave them whole, but I love thinly shredded lettuce in my sandwiches.
Tomatoes: It goes without saying that great BLT is made from the best ripe, juicy tomatoes possible. I love beefsteaks because you only need a few slices for a hearty sandwich. Roma tomatoes are firm and full of flavor.
Bread: Almost any bread is perfect for a BLT sandwich; I find thicker breads hold up better. Think beyond plain white bread – try sourdough, rye or a loaf of homemade bread.
Delicious additions and variations
There are many variations of the BLT. Do one BALT by adding avocado or a BELT by serving with an egg in the middle! Or try these delicious variations:
- Sharp: Make this a great twist on jalapeno poppers and add some cream cheese and sliced jalapenos, green chiles, and horseradish.
- mayonnaise: Add some hot mustard for a great sauce or try chipotle mayonnaise.
- Vegetables: Add cucumber, coleslaw, onion, or sauerkraut slices.
Enjoy the flavors of a classic BLT and turn it into a BLT Grilled Cheese or BLT Pasta Salad for a fun and delicious twist!
How to make a perfect BLT
This recipe is as easy as 1, 2, 3!
- Preparation: Shred lettuce, slice tomatoes and fry or bake bacon.
- Toast: Toast the bread and top with mayonnaise.
- Assemble: Top a slice of bread with bacon, grated lettuce and tomatoes. Top with the other toasted bread slice.
- Slice diagonally and serve immediately.
So many sandwiches to try!
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How to make the perfect BLT
This BLT recipe is quick, easy, and packed with flavor. Add avocado or egg for a fun twist!
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Wash lettuce, dry and cut into thin strips. Cut tomatoes into thick slices.
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the bacon in a single layer. Cook, turning occasionally, until crisp. Place the bacon on a plate lined with kitchen paper and set aside.
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Place the bread in a toaster and toast until lightly browned, buttering to taste.
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Spread each slice of bread with 1 tablespoon mayonnaise.
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Top with bacon, tomatoes and lettuce. Season with salt and pepper.
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Halve and serve.
Bread may be toasted 4 inches from the grill for 3 minutes or until lightly toasted.
Portion: 1sandwich | Calories: 816 | Carbohydrates: 34G | Protein: 21G | Fat: 66G | Saturated Fatty Acids: 18G | Cholesterol: 83mg | Sodium: 1191mg | Potassium: 630mg | Fiber: 4G | Sugar: 7G | Vitamin A: 1145IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 95mg | Iron: 3mg
Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary depending on cooking method and brand of ingredients used.
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