Here’s a simple yet irresistibly delicious recipe for Bacon and Tomato Sandwiches — the kind that celebrates peak tomato season and crispy, salty bacon. Think BLT, but you can tailor it to your tastes: classic, elevated, or rustic garden-style.
🥓🍅 Bacon and Tomato Sandwiches
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 10–15 minutes
🍽️ Serves: 2
🧂 Ingredients
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4 slices thick-cut bacon
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2 slices hearty sandwich bread (sourdough, white, rye, or multigrain)
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1–2 ripe tomatoes, sliced (heirloom, beefsteak, or vine-ripened are best)
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Mayonnaise, to taste
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Salt & freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
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(Optional) fresh basil, arugula, or lettuce for extra greens
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(Optional) avocado slices or a fried egg for a twist
🔥 Instructions
1. Cook the bacon:
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In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy (8–10 minutes), turning as needed.
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Drain on paper towels.
2. Toast the bread:
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While bacon cooks, toast your bread until golden.
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For extra flavor, butter the bread lightly and toast it in the skillet after the bacon’s done.
3. Assemble the sandwich:
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Spread mayo on both slices of toasted bread.
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Layer sliced tomatoes, season with salt and pepper.
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Add the crispy bacon.
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(Optional) Add lettuce, arugula, or basil for freshness.
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Top with second slice of bread, cut in half, and serve immediately.
💡 Tips & Variations
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Garlic mayo or aioli adds a gourmet touch.
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Add avocado or a fried egg for a heartier sandwich.
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Swap bacon for turkey bacon or a vegetarian alternative.
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Use brioche or ciabatta rolls for a bakery-style sandwich.