Authentic BLT Sandwich Recipe United States of America, North America

Fast, simple and easy, the recipe for a BLT sandwich requires virtually no culinary knowledge or skill, but still manages to result in a dish that is both basic and rich. The preparation starts with lightly toasting the slices of bread, which can either be done in a toaster oven, a regular oven, or on a skillet. One side of toasted bread is then covered with mayonnaise, thin slices of tomato, lettuce (either shredded or in leaves) and broiled bacon slices. Another slice of the toasted bread covered in mayonnaise is placed on top, and the assembled sandwich is usually cut into triangles and sometimes fixated using a toothpick or a wooden stick. Just like many other simple recipes, the BLT sandwich also relies on the quality of its ingredients. A common mistake is to consider the BLT to be a bacon sandwich seasoned with lettuce and tomato, when in fact tomato is the basic ingredient which carries most of the character, and every other ingredient is in its service. Therefore, the tomatoes ... Read more