A Better BLT

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 I don't know about you, but we love BLT's around here.  Especially in the summertime - fresh lettuce and tomatoes with nice crisp strips of bacon, slathered with mayo on fresh baked bread.  Absolutely perfect...until everything starts falling out of that perfect sandwich you've created.   

First a piece of tomato lands on your plate.

Then some bacon.

As you try to push them back in, your fingers get covered with mayo and another slice of tomato hits the plate!

Can you relate?

Allow me to share my solution - The Better BLT!
Here's what you need:
1 pound of thick-cut bacon
2  tomatoes - I used Romas
2 cups of chopped lettuce - yes, I pushed it down a little in the measuring cup!
2 good dollops of mayonnaise
Tortillas - I used medium size

Start by chopping your bacon into pieces and adding it to a skillet.
Cook over medium heat.  I know a lot of people cook bacon in the oven but this method has always worked for me.  There is no bacon grease flying out of the pan.  
Almost there!
When it's crispy, drain on paper towels.
Add the 2 cups of chopped lettuce to a bowl.
Chop your tomatoes and add them to the lettuce.
Add the bacon.
Toss, then add 2 dollops of mayonnaise.  
Combine.
This is where I sneak a taste!
Spoon on tortillas and wrap them up!
Take a bite! 
How about that?  Nothing falls out!
That's a better BLT.  Don't you agree?

Give it a try and let me know what you think!


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Comments

  1. Food nuttersJune 30, 2024 at 3:40 AM

    I bet this must taste like heaven. Thank you for sharing!

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    1. AnnJune 30, 2024 at 3:35 PM

      It gets my vote for 'yummy'. I hope you'll give it a try!

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  2. Jennifer at Shoreline JourneysJune 30, 2024 at 8:54 AM

    BLT is one of my favorite lunch foods. I love how easy this looks and it will be perfect to take for work lunches! Stopping in from Sundays on Silverado!

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    1. AnnJune 30, 2024 at 3:37 PM

      It is easy and you're right, it's perfect for taking to work. Enjoy!

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    2. JenniferJuly 1, 2024 at 6:48 PM

      I think I am going to make it for this weekend.

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    3. AnnJuly 2, 2024 at 3:49 PM

      Enjoy!

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  3. thepaintedapron.comJune 30, 2024 at 9:40 AM

    Great idea Ann!
    Jenna

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    1. AnnJune 30, 2024 at 3:37 PM

      Thanks, Jenna. I just love quick and easy meal prep!

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  4. Jennifer WiseJuly 1, 2024 at 11:33 AM

    This is so smart! What a great idea. I'm a huge fan of the bacon-tomato-mayo flavor combination. Thanks for sharing this post with us at the Will Blog for Comments #41 linkup! We hope to see you sharing more of your posts with us at #42 which opens next Monday. Have a great week and happy 4th of July!

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    1. AnnJuly 2, 2024 at 3:47 PM

      Thank you. I hope you'll give it a try!

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  5. Laura @ Our Grand LivesJuly 2, 2024 at 6:33 AM

    One of our favorite summer sandwiches! Can't wait to give your version a try! Thank you!

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  6. MichelleJuly 2, 2024 at 8:32 AM

    Brilliant!

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  7. SlabsJuly 2, 2024 at 12:41 PM

    Oh wow, look at that delicious bacon, love it
    Found your post at A Stroll Through Life: Inspire Me Tuesday. My entries this week are numbered #45+46.
    Please join and share your posts with us https://esmesalon.com/tag/seniorsalonpitstop/

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  8. Kim July 2, 2024 at 4:10 PM

    Wow!! That looks amazing. I may not be able to eat it right now, but I know someone who can't say no to bacon!

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    1. AnnJuly 3, 2024 at 9:08 AM

      I hope you can eat it soon, Kim, because everyone loves Bacon! Right?! 😉

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  9. Vintage Style GalJuly 2, 2024 at 7:01 PM

    I love BLT's, looks like you have the perfect solution for the perfect BLT Ann! I will have to share this with my husband, he loves them too. YUM!

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    1. AnnJuly 3, 2024 at 9:09 AM

      I hope you'll give this recipe a try, Cara. It's a real game-changer!

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  10. mireilleJuly 3, 2024 at 11:29 AM

    Oh, I agree! This looks amazing and a great way to not have a mess at the same time!
    www.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com

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  11. Linda JohnstonJuly 3, 2024 at 11:46 AM

    Just proved everything is better with bacon! It's a summer time favorite in our house. visiting from Love Your Creativity link party #125, #126, #127

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    1. AnnJuly 4, 2024 at 8:22 AM

      It sure is! I hope you'll give it a try!

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  12. Joanne July 3, 2024 at 3:15 PM

    Yum! Your wrap looks delicious!

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  13. Life Of 2 SnowbirdsJuly 3, 2024 at 10:02 PM

    What a great idea! I can't wait to surprise my family with this yummy blt!

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  14. Sandi MagleJuly 5, 2024 at 10:18 AM

    Gosh, we have these for breakfast in the summertime...so refreshing and delicious! Healthy too! Num!

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    1. AnnJuly 5, 2024 at 10:24 PM

      I never thought of them for breakfast. What a great idea!

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  15. Gardening HelenJuly 6, 2024 at 5:11 PM

    This is such a better idea than bacon falling out of the sandwich!! Thanks for sharing at the What's for Dinner party. Hope to see you again at tomorrow's party!

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    1. AnnJuly 6, 2024 at 10:33 PM

      Thanks! I think we've all had that happen...

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  16. Carla from The RiverJuly 6, 2024 at 5:43 PM

    Hi, I just read Kim's post and popped over for visit. :-)
    This is a great idea. My lettuce is growing well in the garden, now I just need a tomato to ripen.
    Carla

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    1. AnnJuly 6, 2024 at 10:36 PM

      I'm so glad you did, Carla! I hope you'll give it a try as soon as you get a ripe tomato. Please don't be a stranger. There's always something new to share around here!

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  17. SlabsJuly 6, 2024 at 9:56 PM

    Congrats, Anne, just to let you know that your post will be featured on Monday at SSPS 318.

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  18. JeanneJuly 7, 2024 at 12:28 AM

    We had BLT's today, so good - I think I'll try your wrap someday soon!

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  19. Becky - The Vixens DenJuly 9, 2024 at 2:28 AM

    Summertime is the perfect time for BLTs, and what a fun way to eat them! I could mix this up, have the tortillas packed separately and then put it all together at lunch time. Thank you so much for the wonderful idea, Ann! I can't wait to share your tortilla twist in this week's Whimsy Home Wednesday party!

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    1. AnnJuly 9, 2024 at 10:35 PM

      Absolutely! This meal is definitely portable.

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  20. PaulaShort July 10, 2024 at 8:01 PM

    I love BLT's and this is genius wrapping them, so everything stays inside and makes it to your belly.
    Visiting today from ge.ner.ic linkup 39 #4,5&6

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    1. AnnJuly 11, 2024 at 8:25 AM

      Thank you so much, Paula. This is the 'neatest' BLT ever!

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  21. Two Chicks and a MomJuly 21, 2024 at 2:56 PM

    Looks great! Featuring at Funtastic Friday 499 on 7/25/24.

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