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Grilled BLT Sandwich with Zesty Aioli

This grilled sandwich features crispy bacon, fresh lettuce, and ripe tomato layered between toasted bread, with melted cheese complementing the smoky flavors. It is assembled and cooked until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is gooey, resulting in a warm, crunchy, and flavorful meal with satisfying textures.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 620
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 slices bread slices preferably sturdy bread like sourdough or a country loaf
  • 4 slices cheddar cheese sliced
  • 4 slices bacon strips cooked until crispy
  • 1 large tomato sliced
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise for aioli
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter for grilling
  • 1 lettuce leaves fresh

Equipment

  • Skillet or griddle
  • Spatula
  • Small bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

  1. Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, then transfer to paper towels to drain excess fat. Set aside.
  2. Prepare the aioli by combining mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Stir until smooth and well mixed. Set aside.
  3. Spread a generous tablespoon of the aioli on one side of each bread slice to add flavor and moisture.
  4. Layer slices of cheese on four slices of bread, followed by the cooked bacon, tomato slices, and lettuce leaves, then top with the remaining bread slices.
  5. Melt the butter in the skillet over medium heat. Once melted and foaming, place the assembled sandwiches in the skillet.
  6. Cook the sandwiches until golden brown and crispy on the bottom, about 3-4 minutes. Carefully flip and toast the other side until similarly crispy and the cheese has melted.
  7. Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and let rest for a minute before slicing in half, to ensure the fillings set slightly.
  8. Serve hot with extra aioli on the side if desired. Enjoy the crispy, melty, and flavorful sandwich filled with classic BLT ingredients.

Notes

For extra flavor, toast the bread slightly before assembling. Feel free to customize with additional toppings like avocado or a dash of hot sauce.