Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBig Orange : Midtown Little RockArkansas Bacon & Cheddar Recipe

Arkansas Bacon & Cheddar Recipe

Time20m
Serves2

Petit Jean Bacon, Sharp Cheddar Cheese, Butter Leaf Lettuce, Tomato, Dill Pickles, Red Onion, and Mayo.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Bacon

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the Petit Jean bacon slices until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Drain on paper towels and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Wash the butter leaf lettuce and pat dry. Slice the tomato into rounds. Thinly slice the red onion.

  3. 3

    Slice the Cheese

    Cut the sharp cheddar cheese into slices or small cubes, depending on preference.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Dill Pickles

    Slice the dill pickles into rounds if they are not already pre-sliced.

Assembly

  1. 5

    Assemble the Sandwich

    On a plate or cutting board, lay out the butter leaf lettuce as a base. Add the crispy bacon on top, followed by the cheddar cheese slices, tomato slices, dill pickle slices, and red onion.

  2. 6

    Add the Mayonnaise

    Spread mayonnaise over the top of the sandwich, or serve on the side for dipping.

  3. 7

    Serve

    Cut the sandwich in half if desired and serve immediately while the bacon is still warm.

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