Perfect BLT Bacon Lettuce Tomato (Printable Version)
Savor a classic BLT with crispy bacon, juicy tomato, and fresh lettuce on toasted bread.
# Ingredients:
→ Sandwich Components
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3 slices regular bacon
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1 small ripe tomato
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Kosher salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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2 slices hearty white sandwich bread
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2 tablespoons mayonnaise
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1 romaine lettuce leaf
# Steps:
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Heat a skillet over medium heat or preheat your oven to 200°C. Cook the bacon slices until evenly golden and crisp, ensuring all fat is rendered. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease.
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Slice the tomato crosswise using a serrated knife into 8–9 mm thick rounds. Arrange the slices in a single layer on doubled paper towels to absorb moisture. Season both sides lightly with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
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Toast the bread slices until they reach a light golden brown color for optimal texture.
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Spread 1 tablespoon mayonnaise evenly over each slice of toast. Place the romaine lettuce leaf on one slice, folding to fit. Top with seasoned tomato slices in a single layer. Halve the bacon slices and layer atop the tomatoes. Complete the sandwich with the second slice of bread, mayonnaise side facing inward.
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Gently compress the sandwich. Using a serrated knife, slice in half and serve immediately.
# Notes:
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Bacon can be cooked up to one week in advance and refrigerated; bring to room temperature before assembling.