🥓 Classic BLT Sandwich
Crispy bacon, fresh lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and creamy mayo layered between toasted bread — simple, timeless, and absolutely satisfying.
🛒 Ingredients (Makes 2 Sandwiches)
8 slices bacon
4 slices sandwich bread (white, sourdough, or whole wheat)
2 tbsp mayonnaise
2–4 slices ripe tomato
2–4 leaves crisp lettuce (Romaine or iceberg)
Salt & black pepper (to taste)
Optional: 1 tbsp butter (for toasting)
🔪 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Bacon
Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy (about 8–10 minutes), turning occasionally.
Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
2️⃣ Toast the Bread
Lightly butter bread if desired.
Toast in a skillet, toaster, or oven until golden brown.
3️⃣ Assemble
Spread mayonnaise evenly on one side of each slice of toast.
Layer in this order:
Lettuce
Tomato slices (lightly salt & pepper them)
Bacon
Top with remaining bread slice (mayo side down).
4️⃣ Slice & Serve
Slice diagonally and serve immediately.
🔥 Pro Tips for the Best BLT
Use thick-cut bacon for extra crunch.
Choose ripe, in-season tomatoes for best flavor.
Pat tomatoes dry to prevent soggy bread.
Layer lettuce directly on the bread to create a moisture barrier.
🥪 Optional Add-Ins
Avocado slices
Fried egg (makes it a BLT-E)
Turkey (makes it a club-style sandwich)
Extra crispy bacon
🥗 Nutrition (Approximate per sandwich)
Calories: ~450–550
Protein: ~18–22g
Fat: ~30–35g
Carbs: ~30–35g
(Varies by bread and bacon type.)
❓ Q & A
❓ What does BLT stand for?
Bacon, Lettuce, and Tomato.
❓ What’s the best bread for a BLT?
White sandwich bread is classic, but sourdough adds extra flavor and crunch.
❓ How do I keep it from getting soggy?
Toast the bread well.
Pat tomatoes dry.
Assemble just before serving.
❓ Can I make it ahead of time?
It’s best fresh, but you can:
Cook bacon ahead
Prep lettuce and tomatoes
Then assemble right before eating.
❓ Can I make it healthier?
Use turkey bacon
Use whole grain bread
Add extra lettuce
Reduce mayo
