BLT (Bacon, Lettuce & Tomato)
2 servings10 min prep10 min cookEasy
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The Tale of BLT (Bacon, Lettuce & Tomato)
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The BLT likely evolved from earlier club sandwich and tea sandwich traditions in the US, becoming widely popular by the mid-20th century as sliced bread, bacon, and mayonnaise all became household staples. Its exact origin isn't well documented, but its popularity is undisputed.
Ingredients
Scale:· 2 servings
- 6 slices bacon
- 4 slices white or wheat bread, toasted
- 4 tbsp mayonnaise
- 4 leaves crisp lettuce
- 1 large tomato, sliced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- 1Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat, turning occasionally, until crisp and browned, about 8 to 10 minutes, then drain on paper towels.
- 2Toast the bread slices until golden and firm enough to hold the filling.
- 3Spread mayonnaise evenly over one side of each slice of toast.
- 4Layer lettuce, tomato slices, and bacon on two of the slices, seasoning the tomato lightly with salt and pepper.
- 5Top each with the remaining slices of toast, mayonnaise-side down, then press gently and slice in half to serve.
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