I know you’re probably thinking that you don’t need a recipe for a BLT…the ingredients are in the name of the sandwich, right? I have a few tricks to take your average BLT and make it the BEST BLT ever!
Ok, so growing up my parents were garden people, and on top of the horror of having to weed the garden all the time as a kid, they also would eat raw tomatoes with a little salt like it was an apple. The horror!
And now here we are, once again the enemy called “time” has taught me that “yeah behold I know that I am nothing” (Alma 26:12) because sure enough, there’s nothing more incredible than a garden tomato. The grocery store might as well rename their tomatoes because they are not the same thing. My mom would practically salivate at the mention of a BLT and now I’m totally wiping my keyboard clean as I do the same.
Toasting the bread in bacon fat adds an extra layer of flavor. Seasoning the tomatoes directly with salt and pepper enhances their flavor. Shredded iceberg lettuce provides structure, sweetness, and crunch.
Can You Make BLTs Ahead of Time?
Yes, they make a great sandwich to pack for school lunch or to take to work. Make sure you pack the tomatoes separately because they will make your bread all soggy. I like to put them in a little container and add them right before eating the sandwich.
What to Eat with a BLT
You can totally make a meal out of these outrageous BLTs by adding a simple side or two. We love to eat them with some grilled corn on the cob and a summer fruit salad or a tomato cucumber salad with some french fries. If you’re craving a BLT in the fall or winter, they go so great with soups and chili!
This Is The Trick To a Perfect BLT Sandwich
FAQ
Is a BLT supposed to be toasted?
Is a BLT served hot or cold?