TREMENDOUS BLT SANDWICH
If you’re on the hunt for the ultimate sandwich—one that’s simple yet absolutely bursting with flavor—the **Tremendous BLT Sandwich** is your answer. A timeless combination of **bacon**, **lettuce**, and **tomato**, this sandwich is elevated with small twists that deliver a big punch. Whether you're making it for a weekend brunch, a casual dinner, or meal prepping for the week, the **Tremendous BLT Sandwich** satisfies every craving for crispy, juicy, and savory deliciousness.
Yield: 4
Equipment
- * Skillet or bacon press pan
- * Paper towels
- * Sharp knife
- * Cutting board
- * Toaster or grill pan
- * Small bowl and spoon (for spreading mayo)
Materials
- * 8 slices thick-cut bacon 🥓
- * 4 slices rustic or sourdough bread or your favorite sandwich bread 🍞
- * 4 leaves romaine or butter lettuce 🥬
- * 1-2 large ripe tomatoes sliced 🍅
- * 4 tbsp mayonnaise or garlic aioli
- * Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
- * Optional: sliced avocado red onion, fried egg, or cheddar cheese
Instructions
### Step 1: Cook the Bacon
- Place the bacon strips in a cold skillet and cook over medium heat. Let the fat slowly render out. Flip occasionally for even crispiness. Cook until golden brown and crisp. Drain on a plate lined with paper towels.
- **Tip**: For extra crispy bacon, try baking it in the oven at 400°F (200°C) on a wire rack over a baking sheet for 15–20 minutes.
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### Step 2: Prep the Veggies
- While the bacon cooks, slice your tomatoes into thick rounds. Season lightly with salt and pepper to enhance their natural sweetness.
- Wash and dry your lettuce. Tear or fold the leaves to fit the bread shape.
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### Step 3: Toast the Bread
- Toast the bread slices until golden brown. You can use a toaster, grill pan, or broil them lightly in the oven.
- For added flavor, rub a peeled garlic clove on the warm toast for a subtle kick or spread a touch of butter on each side before grilling.
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### Step 4: Assemble the Sandwich
- Start by spreading mayonnaise or aioli on one side of each slice of toasted bread.
- Layer the ingredients in this order for maximum structure and taste:
- **Bottom bread slice with mayo**
- Lettuce leaf (to catch juices)
- Sliced tomato
- Crispy bacon strips
- Additional toppings (avocado, red onion, cheese)
- Top slice of bread with mayo
- Press gently to hold everything together.
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### Step 5: Slice and Serve
- Use a sharp knife to slice the sandwich in half diagonally for a classic look or down the middle for a hearty bite. Serve immediately while the bacon is still warm.
Notes
* **Storage**: Best enjoyed fresh. If needed, wrap in foil and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Reheat bacon separately and re-toast bread for best results.
* **Make Ahead Tip**: Cook bacon in advance and store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet before assembling.
* **For Large Groups**: Use a griddle to cook multiple bacon slices and toast several bread slices at once.
* **Make Ahead Tip**: Cook bacon in advance and store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet before assembling.
* **For Large Groups**: Use a griddle to cook multiple bacon slices and toast several bread slices at once.