BLT — Elevated Thick Bacon
Crispy, flat-cooked thick-cut bacon elevates the classic BLT to new heights. A symphony of textures and flavors in every bite.
BLT — Elevated Thick Bacon
Crispy, flat-cooked thick-cut bacon elevates the classic BLT to new heights. A symphony of textures and flavors in every bite.
The Key Move
Cook thick-cut bacon flat on a sheet pan in a hot oven for perfectly crispy, evenly rendered bacon.
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The Setup
- Sheet Pan13x18 inch
- Oven
- Toaster
The Mise en Place
5Your prep station before cooking begins
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Bacon is not crispy.
Increase baking time by a few minutes, or raise the oven temperature slightly.
Bacon is burning.
Reduce oven temperature and check bacon more frequently.
The Method
PREHEAT
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
ARRANGE
Arrange bacon slices in a single layer on a sheet pan.
Bacon slices are not overlapping
BAKE
Time-sensitiveBake for 15-20 minutes, or until bacon is crispy and golden brown.
Bacon is crispy and golden brown • The bacon smells delicious and smoky
REMOVE
Remove bacon from oven and let cool slightly on the sheet pan.
TOAST
Toast bread (8 slices) slices to your liking.
Bread is golden brown and crispy
ASSEMBLE
Spread mayonnaise (½ cups) on toasted bread (8 slices) slices. Layer with lettuce (1 head), tomato slices, and crispy bacon.
Sandwich is neatly assembled • The sandwich looks and smells delicious
Breaking: Add fat slowly while whisking to keep it smooth. Too fast can split the sauce.
SERVE
Serve immediately and enjoy!
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