Jun 09 2026
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Old Reliable Recipe

Inspired by Broken Yolk Cafe
Time15m
Serves1

American cheese, lettuce, tomato, and mayo. With avocado or With applewood-smoked bacon.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Optional Ingredients

Bread

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Wash the lettuce thoroughly and dry it with a paper towel. Slice the tomato into thin rounds. If using avocado, cut it in half, remove the pit, and slice it thinly. If using bacon, cook it according to package instructions until crispy.

Assembly

  1. 2

    Assemble the Sandwich

    Lay out the two slices of bread on a clean surface. Spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise on one side of each slice of bread. On one slice, layer the lettuce, followed by the tomato slices, and then the cheese slices.

  2. 3

    Add Optional Ingredients

    If using avocado, place the sliced avocado on top of the cheese. If using bacon, add the crispy bacon slices over the tomato.

  3. 4

    Complete the Sandwich

    Top the sandwich with the second slice of bread, mayonnaise side down. Gently press down to secure everything in place.

Serving

  1. 5

    Serve and Enjoy

    Cut the sandwich in half, if desired, and serve immediately. Enjoy your Old Reliable sandwich with a side of chips or salad!

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