GZ's Ultimate BLT Recipe

Name: GZ's Ultimate BLT
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Eight 3/4-inch-thick slices heirloom tomato; 1 teaspoon fleur de sel sea salt, plus more for seasoning; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 12 slices Applewood smoked bacon, cut 1/4-inch thick from slab bacon; 1/2 cup julienne strips red onion; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; Four 1/2-inch-thick slices country bread, toasted; 1 avocado, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices; 2 cups butter lettuce leaves; 2 tablespoons tarragon leaves

Servings: persons

Eight 3/4-inch-thick slices heirloom tomato
1 teaspoon fleur de sel sea salt, plus more for seasoning
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
12 slices Applewood smoked bacon, cut 1/4-inch thick from slab bacon
1/2 cup julienne strips red onion
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
Four 1/2-inch-thick slices country bread, toasted
1 avocado, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
2 cups butter lettuce leaves
2 tablespoons tarragon leaves

1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2
Place the tomato slices on a tray or large plate.
3
Sprinkle with fleur de sel and black pepper.
4
Drizzle the vinegar and oil over the tomatoes.
5
Allow to sit for 15 minutes.
6
Lay the bacon on a baking sheet, and season with a generous amount of black pepper.
7
Brush some of the juices from the seasoned tomatoes onto the bacon and top with the red onions.
8
Roast the bacon until it is golden brown and the fat has rendered, about 20 minutes.
9
Spread 1 1/2 teaspoons mayonnaise on each slice of country toast.
10
Top each with 3 slices of bacon and the onions.
11
Reserve the bacon drippings.
12
Season the avocado with salt and pepper, and place on top of the bacon.
13
Follow with 2 marinated tomato slices on each sandwich.
14
In a separate bowl, lightly toss the lettuce and tarragon with a small amount of the drippings from the bacon and season as needed with salt and pepper.
15
Top the sandwiches with the salad and serve warm.

621

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Eight 3/4-inch-thick slices heirloom tomato, 1 teaspoon fleur de sel sea salt, plus more for seasoning, 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, GZ's Ultimate BLT falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

GZ's Ultimate BLT

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Variations & substitutions

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