{"id":2090376,"date":"2025-03-10T10:53:53","date_gmt":"2025-03-10T15:53:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?post_type=recipe&#038;p=2090376"},"modified":"2025-03-24T09:14:06","modified_gmt":"2025-03-24T14:14:06","slug":"blts","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/blts\/","title":{"rendered":"BLTs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>A BLT is a master class in the art of simplicity. Even the name\u2014a direct, no-nonsense reflection of its main ingredients\u2014couldn\u2019t be more straightforward. Bacon, lettuce, tomato, mayo and two slices of bread are arranged just so. Every bite is texturally complex, beautifully flavored, and so juicy that a mixture of tomato pulp and mayo will, inevitably, leak out, mingling together in long streaks down your arm. It\u2019s <em>heaven<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>But don\u2019t let the simplicity of the sandwich fool you into throwing the B, the L and the T together haphazardly between too-thick slices of bread. There is an art to creating the perfect BLT, because every ingredient matters in this tangy, salty, refreshing balancing act. So, buckle up for this one: It\u2019s time we let you in on all our favorite tricks and tips on how to make a BLT sandwich.<\/p>\n<h2>BLT Ingredients<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2122660\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BLT-TOHD25_278758_JonathanMelendez_01.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"overhead shot of various ingredients for a classic BLT sandwich laid out on a teal background; there are four vine-ripened tomatoes on a wooden platter with a red and white checkered napkin; next to it there is a plate of white bread; on the right, three strips of bacon are on parchment paper resting on a wooden cutting board\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">JONATHAN MELENDEZ FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Bacon strips:<\/strong> I love thick-cut bacon as much as the next person, but unfortunately it\u2019s not best for a BLT. Without a firm, direct grip on thick-cut bacon, it\u2019s hard to cut through using just your teeth and you run the risk of pulling out the bacon with every bite. Go for regular bacon, and cook the bacon until it\u2019s <em>crispy<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>White bread:<\/strong> To all the fancy bread lovers out there: I promise, there is a time and a place for crusty sourdough, hearty ciabatta and thick focaccia, but a BLT sandwich is <em>not<\/em> it. You need the softness of white bread (especially when it comes to the crust) to sink your teeth into. This is a tall sandwich with lots of different textures in each bite. The last thing we want is for you to gnaw through artisan bread and cut up the roof of your mouth.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tomatoes:<\/strong> \u201cBLT season\u201d is a rule I live by. There\u2019s no tomatoes quite like the ones grown in the summer sun, so I wait all year for hearty beefsteak and heirloom tomatoes to make their way to the farmers market. If you\u2019re craving this sandwich in the off-season, use ruby red Roma tomatoes in a pinch, and stay away from tomatoes with a blush-pink hue.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salt and pepper:<\/strong> Season! Your! Tomatoes! Even the most delicious in-season, sun-ripened tomatoes benefit from a pinch of salt and a crack of pepper. The salt also pulls a bit of the water out for a more concentrated tomato flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lettuce leaves:<\/strong> Often dismissed as a simple filler, crispy lettuce refreshes the flavor palate while adding a much-needed crunch. While you can shred the lettuce, I like to keep the lettuce leaf whole, mostly out of laziness. Iceberg, romaine or little gem lettuce is best for a BLT recipe.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mayonnaise:<\/strong> I know, why does a BLT come with so many <em>rules<\/em>? There are non-negotiables with this sandwich because we want you to have the downright best eating experience possible, but we\u2019re happy to say that this does not apply to the mayonnaise. Use one of your favorite <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/best-mayonnaise\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/best-mayonnaise\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">mayonnaise brands<\/a>, or whip up <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-make-mayonnaise\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-make-mayonnaise\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">homemade mayonnaise<\/a> yourself!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Cook the bacon<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2122659\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BLT-TOHD25_278758_JonathanMelendez_02.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"overhead shot of a cast iron skillet filled with crispy bacon is at the center of the composition, surrounded by various other ingredients\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">JONATHAN MELENDEZ FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Heat a large skillet to medium. Lay the bacon strips in the hot pan, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-cook-bacon\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-cook-bacon\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">cook the bacon<\/a> until the strips are nice and crispy, three to four minutes per side.<\/p>\n<p>Using tongs, remove the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate so the grease can drain. Set the plate aside so the bacon can cool slightly.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor\u2019s Tip:<\/em>\u00a0Did you know you can\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-bake-bacon\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-bake-bacon\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">bake bacon in the oven<\/a>? It\u2019s my preferred method!<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Assemble the BLTs<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2122656\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BLT-TOHD25_278758_JonathanMelendez_03.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"How to push pull image of Taste Recipes's BLT shot on a blue green surface. Assembling the sandwich with toasted bread mayo and bacon.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">JONATHAN MELENDEZ FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Spread the mayonnaise on one side of every slice of bread. Line the bacon and then the tomatoes on half the slices. Sprinkle the tomatoes with salt and pepper.<\/p>\n<p>Top the tomatoes with the lettuce leaves. Place the other half of the bread slices, mayonnaise side down, on top of the lettuce leaves, making sandwiches. Serve the BLTs immediately.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor\u2019s Tip:<\/em>\u00a0I prefer to cut my BLT sandwich to see the pretty cross section and to make eating easier.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2122658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BLT-TOHD25_278758_JonathanMelendez_04.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Cover pull push image of Taste Recipes's BLT shot on a blue green surface. Assembled BLT sliced and served on a wooden surface.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">JONATHAN MELENDEZ FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>BLT Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Layer in cheese:<\/strong> Burrata, mozzarella, cheddar, Gruyere, goat cheese, feta, provolone, Swiss or even a layer of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/pimento-cheese\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/pimento-cheese\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">pimiento cheese spread<\/a> would be excellent in this BLT sandwich recipe.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add avocados:<\/strong> Want to cut down, or cut out, the mayo? Avocado is a wholesome, food-forward replacement.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Try a different sauce:<\/strong> Switch up the sauce however you like! Garlic aioli, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/copycat-chick-fil-a-sauce-recipe-2\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/copycat-chick-fil-a-sauce-recipe-2\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">copycat Chik-fil-A sauce<\/a>, Dijon mustard, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/classic-pesto\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/classic-pesto\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">classic pesto<\/a>, store-bought sandwich spread, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/gentleman-s-whiskey-bacon-jam\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/gentleman-s-whiskey-bacon-jam\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">bourbon bacon jam<\/a>, or a spicy chili and tomato jam are excellent additions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use fried green tomatoes:<\/strong> Add a little more crunch to this BLT recipe! Swap in panko-crusted <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/panko-fried-green-tomatoes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/panko-fried-green-tomatoes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">fried green tomatoes<\/a> for the fresh tomatoes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store BLTs<\/h2>\n<p>If you have any BLT sandwich leftovers, place them in an airtight container and store them in the fridge. I really recommend keeping them around for only one day. The bread and lettuce will become soggy as they sit and the BLT sandwich will lose its integrity.<\/p>\n<h2>BLT Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2122657\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/BLT-TOHD25_278758_JonathanMelendez_05.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Cover pull push image of Taste Recipes's BLT shot on a blue green surface. Assembled BLT sliced and served on a wooden surface.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">JONATHAN MELENDEZ FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Is the bread toasted for a BLT?<\/h3>\n<p>Both toasted and untoasted bread are acceptable for a BLT recipe. If you choose to toast the bread, let it cool to room temperature before assembling so the bread doesn\u2019t warm the mayo.<\/p>\n<h3>How do you layer a BLT sandwich?<\/h3>\n<p>We\u2019ve found that the best way to layer a BLT sandwich recipe is as follows: bread, mayo, bacon, tomatoes, lettuce, mayo and bread. The mayo locks in the bacon and lettuce, and the friction from the crispy bacon and crunchy lettuce keeps the tomato slices in place for as long as possible. In the end, though, the BLT sandwich will always win. Your plate <em>will<\/em> be messy with fallen ingredients and drippings, but that\u2019s just the sure sign of truly delicious sandwich.<\/p>\n<h3>What do you serve with a BLT?<\/h3>\n<p>Sides like pickles, potato chips, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/mama-s-potato-salad\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/mama-s-potato-salad\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">potato salad<\/a>, french fries, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/grandmas-favorite-pasta-salads\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/grandmas-favorite-pasta-salads\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">pasta salad<\/a>, fresh crudites, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/creamy-coleslaw\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/creamy-coleslaw\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">creamy coleslaw<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/broccoli-slaw\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/broccoli-slaw\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">broccoli slaw<\/a> are all fabulous to pair with BLTs.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It sneaks up every year, but when the farmers market undeniably glows with bright red tomatoes or sunny orange and yellow heirloom varieties, there\u2019s no denying that it\u2019s finally BLT 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