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BLT

Cultural Context

The BLT sandwich originated in the United States in the early 20th century and has become a staple of American cuisine. It celebrates the simple yet delicious combination of crispy bacon, fresh lettuce, and ripe tomatoes, often enjoyed during summer when tomatoes are in season. Today, variations abound, with many adding ingredients like avocado or different spreads, but the classic BLT remains a beloved favorite.

AmericanUSmain
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
6 slices bacon
2 slices American cheese
2 medium tomatoes
4 leaves iceberg lettuce
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 large eggs
4 slices bread

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: ham

Turkey bacon is lower in fat, while ham is often less expensive.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt offers a healthier option with similar creaminess.

1

Preheat oven to 350°F.

2

Place bacon on a cookie sheet and put it in the oven to cook.

3

Slice fresh tomatoes and season with salt and black pepper.

4

Heat a pan and add vegetable oil for frying eggs.

5

Add butter to the pan just before frying the eggs for extra flavor.

6

Crack eggs into the pan and spread the yolk over the whites while cooking.

7

Season the eggs with dried parsley flakes and salt.

8

Once eggs are cooked, remove them from the pan.

9

Spread butter on the bread before toasting.

10

Layer iceberg lettuce on the bottom slice of bread.

11

Add the fried egg on top of the lettuce.

12

Layer crispy bacon on top of the egg.

13

Add the seasoned tomato slices on top of the bacon.

14

Top with a slice of American cheese.

15

Close the sandwich with the second slice of bread.

16

Cut the sandwich in half diagonally for easier handling.

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

bacon lettuce tomato sandwich

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