"The success of a BLT hangs in its balance of salt, acid, lusciousness and crunch This version is perfect, with a generous swipe of mayonnaise on each slice of toast, followed by a drizzle of olive oil, tomatoes marinated in red wine vinegar and salt, butter lettuce leaves and thick-cut bacon Squash this closed and eat while the bacon is still warm..."
INGREDIENTS
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8
slices thick-cut, smoked or unsmoked bacon, or 16 slices thin-cut bacon
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2
heirloom tomatoes (in summer season, in winter use smaller vine tomatoes)
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2
teaspoons red wine vinegar
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1 ½
tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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Flaky sea salt
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Freshly ground black pepper
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4
slices good white bread (medium thickness, boule is preferable), heavily toasted
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¼
cup mayonnaise
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6
butter lettuce leaves