4slicesBreadDave's Killer organic bread is always my suggestion!
6slicesBaconI like Niman Ranch's Applewood Smoked
2Ripe TomatoesSliced into 6-8 rounds. Use whatever you can find that is ripe, such as Beefsteak, Hierloom, or Vine Ripe
4-6leavesButter Lettuce
1/2cupmayonnaise
1/2cupBasil LeavesA loosely packed half cup of fresh basil leaves, that is
2tbspbutterVital Farms grass-fed is always my go-to
1tbspOlive Oil
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400F. Line to baking sheets with parchment. Place the bacon in a single layer on one sheet, and place the bread on the other. Melt butter and evenly distribute with a spoon or basting brush evenly on each slice of bread. Put bacon on the top rack and sheet with bread on the bottom rack of the oven and bake for 15-18 minutes until both are crisp, but not burnt.
While bacon and bread bake, make the basil mayonnaise. Add Mayo, basil and olive oil to a food processor and process until well combined - about one minute. Alternative, roughly chop all basil and stir to combine in a bowl with mayonnaise and olive oil.
when bacon and bread are done, remove from the oven. Place bacon onto a paper towel-lined plate to absorb some grease.
To assemble each sandwich, start with spreading a spoonfuls or two of basil mayo onto one side of each piece of toasted bread. Top the bottom piece of toast with a few pieces of lettuce, followed by 3-4 slices of tomato, 3 slices of bacon, and finish with last piece of toasted bread with basil mayo. Slice and enjoy!
*Pro tip: if you have extra fresh basil, add a few leaves to each sandwich - you won't be disappointed!
Nutrition Facts
BLT with Basil Mayonnaise
Amount Per Serving (1 sandwich)
Calories 906Calories from Fat 702
% Daily Value*
Fat 78g120%
Saturated Fat 17g106%
Cholesterol 69mg23%
Sodium 1107mg48%
Potassium 633mg18%
Carbohydrates 35g12%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 9g10%
Protein 17g34%
Vitamin A 2371IU47%
Vitamin C 19mg23%
Calcium 128mg13%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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