This flavor-packed Pimento Cheese BLT takes the classic sandwich to new heights in just 15 minutes. By combining crispy bacon, fresh lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and creamy pimento cheese spread, you’ll create a mouthwatering masterpiece that delivers 320 calories of pure satisfaction.
Perfect for busy weekday lunches or casual weekend meals, this upgraded sandwich delivers the perfect balance of textures and tastes while keeping preparation simple and straightforward.
Ingredients Needed
- Pimento Cheese: 1 cup, brings creamy southern charm to the sandwich
- Bread: 10 slices, Sarah Lee Artesano recommended for best texture
- Peppered Bacon: 10 slices thick-cut, adds smoky crunch
- Romaine Lettuce: 10 leaves, fresh and crispy
- Heirloom Tomatoes: 2 medium, sliced (any quality tomatoes work)
Simple Steps to Follow
- Bacon Preparation: Place bacon in a skillet over low heat, cook until perfectly crispy, turning occasionally. Transfer to paper towels to drain excess grease
- Toast Time: Get your bread slices golden and crispy in the toaster
- Cheese Layer: Spread a generous layer of pimento cheese on each toast slice
- Assembly: Layer crispy bacon, fresh lettuce, and juicy tomato slices on the cheese-spread bread
- Final Touch: Top with the second slice and enjoy your elevated BLT masterpiece
Cooking Techniques
Getting that bacon just right makes all the difference in this sandwich! Cook it low and slow – this gentle approach helps the fat render beautifully while creating perfectly crispy strips. Keep an eye on it and flip often to avoid any burnt spots. A good trick is to press down gently on any curled edges to make sure they get nice and crispy too.
Variations
Love spicing things up? Try adding sliced avocado or a fried egg for extra richness. You can swap the romaine for arugula to add a peppery kick, or try different types of bread like sourdough or rye.
If you’re watching calories, turkey bacon works great too! For a vegetarian version, use tempeh bacon or extra-crispy mushrooms instead of regular bacon.
Serving Suggestions
This sandwich shines brightest when served right away while the toast is still warm and the bacon is crispy. Cut it diagonally to show off those beautiful layers! Pair it with classic sides like potato chips, a dill pickle spear, or a light coleslaw. For a fresh twist, try a simple green salad dressed with light vinaigrette to balance the richness of the pimento cheese.
Storage Tips
While this sandwich is best eaten fresh, you can prep some components ahead of time. Cook the bacon and store it in the fridge for up to 2 days – just crisp it up quickly before using. Keep sliced tomatoes separate until assembly to prevent soggy bread.
The pimento cheese will stay fresh in an airtight container in the fridge for about a week, making it perfect for quick sandwich prep!
Pimento Cheese BLT
Equipment
- Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 cup pimento cheese
- 10 slices bread we like Sarah Lee Artesano
- 10 slices peppered bacon thick cut
- 10 leaves romaine lettuce
- 2 whole heirloom tomatoes or other good quality tomato, sliced
Instructions
- Cook bacon. Add to a skillet over low heat and cook, turning often, until crisp on both sides. Remove to a paper towel lined plate.
- Assemble: Toast bread until golden. Spread bread slices with a layer of pimento cheese. Top with bacon, lettuce and tomato and apply top slice of bread to make a sandwich.
