Maple Lacquered Bacon, Lettuce, And Tomato Sandwich

Name: Maple Lacquered Bacon, Lettuce, And Tomato Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Maple Lacquered Bacon; 12 strips bacon; 1/4 cup good maple syrup (approximate); lots of freshly ground black pepper; BLT; soft salted butter, as needed; 8 slices thick wheat bread (or sourdough or ciabatta rolls); mayonnaise or garlic aioli, as needed; 8 large leaves butterhead lettuce; 8 large, thick slices of really good tomato; salt and pepper, to taste; thinly sliced red onion (optional)

Servings: persons

Maple Lacquered Bacon
12 strips bacon
1/4 cup good maple syrup (approximate)
lots of freshly ground black pepper
BLT
soft salted butter, as needed
8 slices thick wheat bread (or sourdough or ciabatta rolls)
mayonnaise or garlic aioli, as needed
8 large leaves butterhead lettuce
8 large, thick slices of really good tomato
salt and pepper, to taste
thinly sliced red onion (optional)

1
Lay a silpat on a baking sheet, and spread the bacon out on top of it. Use a pastry brush to glaze the bacon (on both sides) with maple syrup. Be generous and be warned: your hands will be sticky (worth it).
2
Use a coarse grinder to grind lots of black pepper on the bacon. I give it a whole lot - almost like pepper crusted maple lacquered bacon. You can do less, but definitely do some!
3
Transfer the baking sheet to a 400 degree oven and cook until the fat begins to render out of the bacon and the maple has begun to caramelize. At this point, I usually drain the fat off and re-glaze with a little more syrup. You don't want the bacon fat to dillute the mapley flavor. Keep cooking until the bacon is crisp and candied.
4
Spread the butter generously over the bread, and toast on a hot griddle until nicely browned and toasted on both sides.
5
Spread mayonnaise or garlic aioli on half the slices of bread, and place a leaf of lettuce and a slice of tomato on top. Season the tomato with lots of salt and pepper. Add some onion, if using.
6
Place the bacon on top of the tomato and top with another slice of bread. Then eat that sucker.

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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: Maple Lacquered Bacon, 12 strips bacon, 1/4 cup good maple syrup (approximate), lots of freshly ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Maple Lacquered Bacon, Lettuce, And Tomato Sandwich 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!