Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsCommon Market DurhamThe Blast Recipe

The Blast Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

Thick-cut bacon, lettuce, avocado smash, tomato, and housemade garlic aioli on toasted local sourdough

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

Method

Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Garlic Aioli

    In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, mayonnaise, salt, and black pepper. Stir well until smooth and set aside.

  2. 2

    Cook the Bacon

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the thick-cut bacon until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from pan and place on paper towels to drain excess grease.

  3. 3

    Make the Avocado Smash

    In a bowl, mash the avocado with lemon juice, salt, and pepper until creamy but still chunky.

  4. 4

    Toast the Bread

    Lightly brush the sourdough slices with olive oil and toast them in the same skillet until golden brown on both sides.

  5. 5

    Assemble the Sandwich

    On one slice of toasted sourdough, spread a generous layer of garlic aioli, followed by lettuce, avocado smash, crispy bacon, and slices of tomato. Top with another slice of toasted sourdough.

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