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Classic BLT with Avocado

The BLT you know and love, upgraded with creamy avocado and a swipe of garlic mayo — lunchtime perfection.

lunch • prep: 10 min • cook: 10 min • serves 4

Ingredients

  • 12 slices thick-cut bacon
  • 8 slices sourdough bread, toasted
  • 2 ripe avocados, sliced
  • 4 leaves romaine or butter lettuce
  • 2 large tomatoes, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon: Lay bacon in a cold skillet and cook over medium heat, flipping occasionally, until crispy — about 8-10 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

  2. Make garlic mayo: Mix mayonnaise with minced garlic. Spread on one side of each toasted bread slice.

  3. Build the sandwiches: Layer lettuce, tomato slices, avocado, and 3 slices of bacon on each sandwich. Season with salt and pepper.

  4. Serve: Press gently, cut in half on the diagonal, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Storage: Best eaten fresh — assemble right before serving so the bread stays crispy.
  • Variations: Add a fried egg on top for a BLAT+E. Use turkey bacon for a lighter take.
  • Tips: Use the best tomatoes you can find — they make or break a BLT.