CALIFORNIA BLT'S BLAT - BAREFOOT CONTESSA INA GARTEN

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California BLT's Blat - Barefoot Contessa Ina Garten image

This is how my mom made BLT's while we were growing up. You could substitute sprouts for the lettuce.

Provided by cookiedog

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 slices smoked bacon
4 slices good white bread, cut 1/2-inch thick
4 tablespoons good mayonnaise (recommended ( Hellman's or Bestfoods)
4 -8 tender green lettuce leaves, washed and spun very dry
1 ripe Hass avocado
1/2 lemon, juice of
1 large ripe tomatoes, sliced 1/2-inch thick
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Place a baking wire rack on a sheet pan and arrange the bacon on the rack in a single layer. Bake for 15 to 25 minutes, until the bacon is browned and crisp. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
  • Place the bread slices on a sheet pan and toast them for 5 minutes. Turn the slices and toast for 1 more minute, until all the bread is evenly browned. Place 2 slices on a cutting board. Spread each slice with about 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise. Cover the slices with a layer of lettuce. Peel the avocado and slice it 1/2-inch thick. Toss the avocado slices gently with the lemon juice, and arrange on top of the lettuce leaves. Place 3 slices of bacon on top of each sandwich and then add a layer of tomato slices on top of the bacon. Sprinkle liberally with salt and pepper.
  • Spread each of the remaining 2 slices of toasted bread with 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise and place, mayonnaise side down, on the sandwiches. Cut in half and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 548.5, Fat 35.1, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 34, Sodium 1129, Carbohydrate 46.1, Fiber 8.8, Sugar 7.3, Protein 16.2

Kimmy Smith
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This BLT is the best I've ever had! The avocado adds a richness and creaminess that takes the sandwich to the next level. I will definitely be making this again and again.


jesenia morales
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I'm not a big fan of BLTs, but this recipe changed my mind. The avocado added a creaminess that balanced out the salty bacon and tangy tomatoes. I'll definitely be making this again.


gina pinell
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This is my go-to BLT recipe. It's easy to make and always turns out perfect. I love the addition of avocado, which makes the sandwich extra creamy and delicious.


dimos angel
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I've made this BLT several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's a simple recipe, but the flavors are amazing.


GW AMJAD
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This BLT was delicious! I love the combination of bacon, lettuce, avocado, and tomato. The Barefoot Contessa's tip to toast the bread before assembling the sandwich is a must-do.


Sudanno Das
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I made this BLT for lunch today, and it was so good! The bread was perfectly toasted, the bacon was crispy, and the avocado was ripe and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.


Arsalan Shaikh
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover bacon. I always have some leftover bacon in the fridge, so this is a perfect way to use it up.


Zoie Pogoreski
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I added a fried egg to my BLT, and it was amazing! The egg added a richness and creaminess that took the sandwich to the next level.


Lo Saeteurn
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I'm not a big fan of tomatoes, so I omitted them from my sandwich. It was still really good! The bacon, avocado, and lettuce were all perfectly ripe and flavorful.


Hamid Mazhar
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This was my first time making a BLT, and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow, and the sandwich was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Emma Carroll
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of bacon, lettuce, avocado, and tomato is just perfect. I especially love the Barefoot Contessa's tip to toast the bread before assembling the sandwich.


Noe Basurto
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This BLT was a hit at my last potluck! The avocado added a creamy richness that balanced out the salty bacon and tangy tomatoes. I'll definitely be making this again.