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BLTs

Fresh ground pepper and mayonnaise are the star ingredients in Brenda’s version of this classic sandwich.

BLTs. Bacon Lettuce Tomato sandwich. Brenda’s favorite sandwich.

The ingredients key to the most sublime BLT generally go unrecognized . . . fresh ground pepper and mayonnaise. Brenda highlights both of these ingredients in her version of this classic sandwich.

BLTs

Make a loaf of french bread

Cook the bacon

Chop the bacon

Prep: 

Lettuce, wash leaves 

Tomatoes, wash & slice

Collect:

Mayonnaise

Pepper mill

Here's how to properly assemble:

  • Cut off desired length of loaf for sandwich, slice in half lengthwise

    • Optional: toast the bread

  • Slather both sides with mayonnaise

  • Heap chopped bacon on one half

  • Grind black pepper over bacon

  • Top with a single layer of sliced tomatoes

  • Grind black pepper over tomatoes

  • Hit with a light sprinkle of salt (optional)

  • Mound on lettuce leaves

  • Top with mayo'd bread

Serve immediately.

Brenda’s tips:

  • Brenda uses double the mayonnaise on BLTs as compared to other sandwiches

  • Maximize the lettuce - provides great crunch

  • Chopping the bacon will allow even distribution and prevent bacon-less bites.

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