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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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Non-Vodka Cream Sauce

Learn how to make a really delicious pasta sauce…alcohol-free!

As members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we follow what’s known as The Word of Wisdom. We believe that The Word of Wisdom is a law that helps us stay physically and spiritually fit. Part of this law is abstaining from alcohol consumption.

The Church doesn’t have a stance on cooking or consuming food cooked with alcohol; they leave that decision to the individual. While I’ve never cooked with alcohol, I do consume food cooked with alcohol. Brenda neither cooks nor consumes food cooked with alcohol, which means she creates really delicious modified recipes. Just like this one.

Non-Vodka Cream Sauce

In a medium pot, heated to medium, combine:

1 Tbsp oil

1/4 cup onion, finely diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

Saute for 3-4 minutes, add:

1/2 cup vodka substitute (see Brenda’s Tips)

1/2 cup chicken broth

1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes

1/2 tsp salt

1/8 tsp pepper

1/16 tsp red pepper

Bring to boil, reduce heat to simmer for 30-60 minutes. Before serving, add:

1/2 cup heavy cream

Fresh basil leaves

Serve hot over cooked pasta.

Brenda’s Tips:

  • Serving Size: 4

Brenda’s favorite vodka substitutions:

  • Apple juice

  • Grape juice

  • Water with lemon juice

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