Ultimate BLT
The ultimate BLT is one you make yourself, perfectly tailored to your particular tastes. Follow this guide to take this classic sandwich to the next level.
Servings: 3
Calories: 400kcal
Ingredients
Bread (Choose One)
- 6 slices sourdough
- 6 slices crusty French baguette
- 6 slices ciabatta bread
- ¼ cup mayo
Bacon
- 6 slices thick cut bacon (cooked)
Tomato
- 1 heirloom beefsteak tomato (sliced ¾" thick)
Lettuce (Choose One)
- 3 leaves butter lettuce
- 3 leaves romaine lettuce
- ½ cup arugula
Marinade
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
Condiment (Choose One)
- 3 tablespoons mayo
- 3 tablespoons chipotle mayo
- 3 tablespoons peppered balsamic mayo
Instructions
- Slice the tomato into ¾"-1" thick slices.
- Prepare marinade by mixing together olive oil, vinegars, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add into a gallon storage bag along with tomato slices. Let sit 2 hours, flipping periodically.
- Choose your favorite type of bread and slather the exterior of both slices with mayo and brown in a skillet set over medium heat.
- Remove tomato from the marinade and place on the toasted bread, topping with two slices of bacon and your choice of lettuce. Finally, add your desired condiment to the inside of the bread and serve.
Notes
Tip: The leftover marinade can be combined with mayo to make a condiment as well.
IF YOU LIKED THIS RECIPE you will also love my BLT pasta salad.
Nutrition
Calories: 400kcal