Description
A simple yet sophisticated BLT sandwich that balances salty, crispy bacon with fresh, juicy tomatoes and crisp lettuce on toasted bread. This recipe focuses on technique and quality ingredients for the ultimate comfort food lunch.
Ingredients
- Thick-cut bacon (pork belly preferred)
- Thick-sliced white bread or sourdough
- Vine-ripened tomatoes (beefsteak recommended)
- Lettuce (Iceberg, Butter, or Romaine hearts)
- High-quality mayonnaise
- Sea salt
- Freshly cracked black pepper
- Dijon mustard (optional, for mixing with mayo)
Instructions
- Place thick-cut bacon slices in a cold cast iron skillet over medium-low heat.
- Cook bacon for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer bacon to a wire rack to cool and reserve 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in the pan.
- Toast bread slices in a toaster or in the reserved bacon fat for 1 minute per side until golden.
- Wash and thoroughly dry lettuce and tomatoes with paper towels.
- Slice tomatoes into quarter-inch rounds and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Chop lettuce or keep leaves whole depending on type.
- Spread a generous layer of mayonnaise on both slices of warm toast.
- Assemble sandwich: Place bacon on bottom slice, top with tomatoes, then lettuce.
- Top with second slice of bread and press down gently.
- Cut diagonally and serve immediately.
Notes
Use thick-cut bacon for better texture. Toasting the bread in the reserved bacon fat adds significant flavor. Ensure all vegetables are completely dry to prevent soggy bread. For a lighter option, substitute turkey bacon. For a spicy kick, add pepper jack cheese or jalapeños.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 30
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 15
Keywords: BLT sandwich, bacon lettuce tomato, easy lunch, comfort food, quick recipes, classic sandwich, homemade BLT