Heirloom BLTs

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Difficulty:

Easy

Prep Time:

5 Minutes

Cook Time:

5 Minutes

Total Time:

10 Minutes

Ingredients

8 slices good-quality sourdough or country-style bread
4 heirloom tomatoes, thickly sliced
8 slices thick-cut applewood smoked bacon, cooked until crisp
4 large lettuce leaves (Romaine or Butter lettuce work well)
Mayonnaise
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Fresh basil leaves (optional)

1Step 1

Prep the Bread: Lightly toast the bread slices if desired, then spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on one side of each slice.

2Step 2

Build the Sandwiches: On four of the bread slices (mayonnaise side up), layer the heirloom tomato slices, sprinkling them with salt and pepper. Add the crispy bacon and lettuce. If using, sprinkle some fresh basil leaves for an extra touch of summer flavor.