Classic BLT Sandwich

Stacky5's Note:

This is a sandwich that I crave a lot. I am just posting it because I couldn't find it posted already on the Zaar...I couldn't believe that! My ex-DH wondered how I make these, so I decided to post it and send him the recipe. Nothing fancy -- just the real, simple, unabridged version. UPDATE: After reading Peg629's review, I have tried it that way, with one slice of toast spread with yellow mustard, and I must say it really, really makes an exceptional BLT! Such a subtle difference, yet genuinely makes a superior BLT, in my opinion! (Thank you Peg629 for that awesome suggestion!)

• Total Time: 15 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 5 mins

Ingredients:

Serves: 4

Yield: 4.0 sandwic ...

• ½ lb bacon (approx. 12 slices)
• 8 slices white bread
• 8 leaves iceberg lettuce , fresh and full
• 8 slices of ripened tomatoes
• 8 tablespoons Hellmann's mayonnaise

Directions:

1. Cook bacon until crispy, then drain on paper towels.
2. Toast the 8 slices of bread.
3. Spread 1 tablespoon mayo on each slice of toasted bread. (More or less, to taste).
4. Add 1 slice of lettuce to 4 pieces of mayo-spreaded toast.
5. Add 2 slices of tomato on top of lettuce.
6. Arrange 3 slices of bacon evenly on top of tomato. (Break bacon slices in half to fit, if needed.).
7. Add 1 slice of lettuce on top of bacon.
8. Put the remaining 4 pieces of mayo-spreaded toast on top to finish the sandwiches.
9. Enjoy!
10. NOTE: I also like to butter the toast slices before adding the mayo -- higher in fat, but tastier, in my opinion!

Reviews

[Chef #510158]

Yep this was totally great. I made these as mini sandwiches for a gathering of ladies they all kept going back for more. I followed another reviewers advice and used yellow mustard on one slice. One other tip from me: After slicing the tomatoes, I laid the slices on a stack of paper towels, sprinkled just a little salt on top. Allowed them to sit for a few minutes while I worked on the other parts of the sandwich. Then right before assembly, piled a few other paper towels and a plate on top of the slices and inverted them. This reduced some of the wetness of the tomato and removed most of the bitter seeds. They were awesome. Thanks for sharing this recipe.

[Margie99]

I agree you can't go wrong with a classic sandwich and while I believe that Hellman's is the best mayo, this is the only sandwich that I insist upon using Miracle Whip. YUM. I love to make these all summer long especially when I don't want to heat up the house with cooking (I cook the bacon in the microwave).

[Tiff & Jeff]

The simplest food is often the best food. There is nothing a a BLT in the summer when the tomatoes are at their juiciest! Thanks for posting this classic!