Here’s a timeless favorite — crispy, simple, and perfect for lunch.
🥪 Classic BLT Sandwich
🛒 Ingredients (1 sandwich)
- 2–3 slices thick-cut bacon
- 2 slices sandwich bread (white, wheat, or sourdough)
- 1–2 leaves crisp lettuce (iceberg or romaine)
- 2–3 slices ripe tomato
- 1–2 tbsp mayonnaise
- Salt & freshly ground black pepper
👩🍳 Instructions
- Cook the bacon
Fry in a skillet over medium heat until crispy (about 6–8 minutes), turning as needed.
Transfer to paper towels to drain. - Toast the bread
Lightly toast until golden brown. - Assemble
- Spread mayonnaise on one or both slices of toast.
- Layer lettuce on the bottom slice.
- Add tomato slices, sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper.
- Top with crispy bacon.
- Add the second slice of toast.
- Serve
Slice in half and enjoy immediately.
🔥 Pro Tips
- Pat tomato slices dry to prevent sogginess.
- For extra flavor, mix a little lemon juice or cracked pepper into the mayo.
- Want it extra indulgent? Add sliced avocado (turns it into a “BLAT”).
If you’d like, I can give you a gourmet café-style version or a healthier twist.
