BLT Sandwich · Classic
Classic BLT Sandwich
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Before you start
Gather your ingredients
Weights from USDA FoodData Central cup weights; counted things stay as counts.
Swaps for mayonnaise
Instead of mayonnaise
- Plain Greek yogurt: The same amount. Tangier and lighter; a bit looser.
- Egg-free (vegan) mayo: The same amount. Very close.
- Sour cream: The same amount. Tangier and less rich.
Cooking for an allergy? Check every label.
Swaps for kosher salt
Instead of salt
- Table salt or fine sea salt: About half as much as Diamond Crystal kosher, about ¾ as much as Morton kosher. The same saltiness when measured this way.
- Salt by weight: 1 tsp is about 6 grams of table salt, 5 grams of Morton kosher, 3 grams of Diamond Crystal kosher. The most reliable way to swap, especially in baking and brines.
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Line (how to line a pan)
Line a pan Cover the bottom (and sometimes sides) of a pan with parchment or foil so food doesn't stick and lifts out easily. 1. For a sheet pan, tear parchment the size of the pan and lay it flat.2. For a round cake pan, trace the bottom on parchment, cut the circle out and press it in.3. For brownies and bars, leave two long sides hanging over to make handles (a "sling").4. A little grease under the paper holds it in place. Done when: The paper lies flat with no folds where the batter could run under it. How to line a baking pan with parchment: mistakes to avoidStep 2 of 9
Put the pan in a cold oven, then set it to 400°F (200°C). Starting cold helps the bacon cook flat.
400°F
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Bake until the bacon is browned and crisp.
400°F
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Move the bacon to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain.
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Toast (how to toast)
Toast Heat nuts, seeds, spices or bread crumbs in a dry pan or oven until fragrant and lightly browned. 1. Spread them in a dry skillet over medium-low heat, or on a sheet pan at 350°F.2. Shake the pan or stir often.3. Watch and smell: the moment they smell nutty, they are close.4. Tip them onto a plate right away; the hot pan keeps cooking them. Done when: They are fragrant and a shade darker. Small seeds take 1 to 3 minutes; nuts in the oven 5 to 10. How to toast nuts, seeds, spices and bread: mistakes to avoidStep 6 of 9
Lay the tomato slices on a plate and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
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Spread mayonnaise on one side of each slice of toast.
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Layer lettuce, tomato and 4 strips of bacon on 2 of the slices, then top with the remaining toast, mayo side down.
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Cut each sandwich in half and serve right away.
All done
Enjoy!
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