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Bacon Weave BLT

Name: Bacon Weave BLT Sandwich
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 6 slices thick-cut bacon; 2 slices sourdough bread; 2 tbsp mayonnaise or aioli; 1 medium tomato, sliced; 2 leaves lettuce; salt, to taste; freshly ground black pepper, to taste

This bacon weave BLT uses an interlocking bacon grid to ensure crispy, even bacon in every bite. The technique transforms a classic sandwich into a structurally superior version with uniform coverage.

🌍American 🏷️Bacon weave 🏷️Blt 🏷️Sandwich 🏷️Bacon 🏷️Comfort food

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Total

35 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$16–$26

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Ingredients

6 slices thick-cut bacon
2 slices sourdough bread
2 tbsp mayonnaise or aioli
1 medium tomato, sliced
2 leaves lettuce
salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C).
2
Cut 3 of the bacon slices in half.
3
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lay the 3 full slices of bacon vertically on the sheet, side by side.
4
Fold the middle vertical slice up and back. Place one of the half-slices horizontally across the two outer slices. Fold the middle slice back down over the horizontal piece.
5
Fold the two outer vertical slices up and back. Place another half-slice horizontally across the middle slice. Fold the outer slices back down.
6
Continue this alternating pattern, weaving the remaining half-slices of bacon until you have a complete lattice.
7
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and golden brown.
8
To assemble the sandwich, spread mayonnaise or aioli on a slice of bread. Top with sliced tomato, lettuce, and the bacon weave. Season with salt and pepper, then top with the second slice of bread.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Weave bacon on parchment paper for easy transfer to the baking sheet and cleanup.
Cook the bacon weave to just-crispy stage; it will soften slightly when assembled warm but won't become limp.
Toast sourdough lightly and spread mayo on both slices to create a moisture barrier against tomato juices.
Assemble immediately after cooking the weave while bacon is still warm and holds its structural integrity.

Substitutions

Mayonnaise → Aioli or flavored spreads like sriracha mayo or garlic aioli (note: adjust salt to taste)
Sourdough → Thick-cut white bread, brioche, or focaccia (note: reduce toasting time for softer breads)
Lettuce → Arugula or spinach (note: these add peppery flavor but wilt faster from heat)

Storage & make-ahead

Assemble the sandwich fresh for best texture. Store cooled bacon weave separately in an airtight container for up to 2 days and reheat before use.

Equipment

baking sheet · parchment paper · oven

Common Questions

What is a bacon weave and why use it in a BLT?

A bacon weave is an interlocking grid of bacon strips that cooks evenly and holds together as a single layer. It eliminates gaps and ensures every bite has bacon coverage, unlike stacking loose strips.

How do I weave bacon without it falling apart?

Lay strips horizontally, then fold alternating strips up and thread vertical strips through. Keep bacon strips close together and cook on a baking sheet in a preheated 400°F oven for 15-20 minutes until crispy.

Can I prepare the bacon weave ahead of time?

Weave and cook the bacon up to 2 days ahead; store in an airtight container in the fridge. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 3-5 minutes to recrisp before assembling the sandwich.

What bread works best for this sandwich?

Sourdough is ideal for its tang and sturdy crumb, but thick-cut white bread, brioche, or focaccia also work well. Toast lightly to prevent sogginess from the tomato and mayo.