Classic BLT Recipe

American · Main course · 20 min total

A timeless sandwich featuring crispy bacon, fresh lettuce, and ripe tomato on toasted bread, perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner.

Ingredients

• 3 slices thick-cut bacon
• 2 slices white or sourdough bread
• 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
• 2 leaves iceberg or romaine lettuce
• 3 slices ripe tomato
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 8 minutes, turning once. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
2. Toast bread slices until golden brown.
3. Spread mayonnaise on one side of each toast slice.
4. Layer lettuce, tomato slices (seasoned with salt and pepper), and bacon on one slice of bread.
5. Top with the second bread slice, mayonnaise side down. Cut in half diagonally and serve immediately.

Tips

• For extra flavor, use peppered bacon or add a sprinkle of smoked paprika.
• Serve with potato chips or a side salad.
• To prevent soggy bread, pat tomato slices dry with paper towels.

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