Blt Recipe

Time30m

Serves2

Four large slices of smoked jalapeño bacon or applewood smoked bacon, fresh lettuce, & tomato on grilled Texas toast.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the ingredients
Wash the lettuce thoroughly under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel. Slice the tomato into even slices, about 1/4 inch thick.
2
Cook the bacon
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the smoked jalapeño bacon until crispy, about 4-5 minutes on each side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease.

3
Toast the Texas bread
In the same skillet, toast the slices of Texas toast until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. You may need to add a little bacon grease or butter to the pan for better browning.
4
Spread the mayonnaise
Spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise on one side of each slice of toasted Texas toast.
5
Layer the sandwich
On two slices of toast (mayonnaise side up), layer the crispy bacon, followed by the lettuce and sliced tomato. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper to taste.
6
Finish the sandwich
Top with the remaining slices of toast, mayonnaise side down, and gently press down to secure the layers.

7
Slice and serve
Slice the sandwiches in half diagonally and serve immediately while the toast is warm and crispy.