Jul 13 2026

Summer B.l.t. Recipe

Time20m
Serves2

Red Hen (Middlesex, VT) bread, applewood smoked bacon, tomato, arugula, aioli

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Ingredients

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Bread

Vegetables

Condiments

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Bacon

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the applewood smoked bacon until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Tomato

    While the bacon is cooking, slice the tomato into thick rounds.

  3. 3

    Toast the Bread

    Toast the Red Hen bread slices until golden brown.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Sandwich

    On one slice of toasted bread, spread 1 tablespoon of aioli. Layer with arugula, bacon, and tomato slices. Top with another slice of toasted bread.

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