Blt Recipe
Our BLT features crispy hickory-smoked and honey-cured bacon, fresh lettuce, and ripe tomatoes, all layered and topped with a creamy mayo spread. Simple, classic, and utterly delicious.
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Ingredients
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Bacon
Vegetables
Spread
Bread
Method
Preparing the Bacon
- 1
- 2
Drain the Bacon
Once cooked, transfer the bacon to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess fat.
Preparing the Vegetables
- 3
Wash and Prepare Lettuce
Rinse the lettuce leaves under cold water, then pat dry with a paper towel. Tear into bite-sized pieces.
- 4
Slice the Tomatoes
Wash the tomatoes and slice them into thick rounds.
Making the Mayo Spread
- 5
Mix the Mayo
In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until creamy and smooth.
Assembling the BLT
- 6
Toast the Bread
Lightly toast the slices of bread until golden brown.
- 7
Layer Ingredients
Spread a generous layer of the mayo mixture on one side of each slice of bread. On two of the slices, layer the lettuce, followed by the bacon, and then the tomato slices. Top with the remaining slices of bread, mayo side down.