BLT

The BLT is a sandwich that is signified by an acronym. The B represents bacon. The L represents lettuce. The T represents tomato. So simple, yet so scrumptious. The combination of salty bacon, crunchy lettuce, and juicy tomatoes is perfection. To make the best BLT, you need to find the best ingredients. A bad tomato or piece of lettuce could easily ruin the entire sandwich. 

BLTs are easy to make but hard to create. Making a sandwich and creating a sandwich are two very different ideas. To make a BLT, you have bread and add tomatoes, lettuce and tomato on top. Simply making a sandwich involves no emotion or pizazz, rather the act of simply looking for sustenance. Creating, however, involves emotion and deep thought processes. 

A good tomato. No rotten, or non juicy, tomatoes are allowed on or near the sandwich. Soggy lettuce would be a crime in the sandwich world. Fresh lettuce is a necessity. Some bread is not meant to be used for a sandwich. If you are hesitant about the bread, then choose a bread you like. My sandwich was made from asiago cheese bread which was an amazing addition to the BLT. Arguably the most important part of the sandwich is the bacon. The bacon can either be crispy or soft (depending on your preference). The most important part about the bacon is that it cannot be too chewy, too crunchy, or too salty- everything needs to be in moderation. The quality of the bacon is pivotal in the creation of the sandwich. The combination of ingredients truly comprises a positive sandwich.

To make a BLT better, you can either find the best ingredients or add to your sandwich. The first step in creating a better BLT is to toast the bread, as the toasted bread is a necessity. If the bread is too soft the sandwich is ruined. Toasting the bread allows your sandwich to not only have more flavor but also more crunch. You are also not limited to the original acronym; you can expand the acronym. Add an avocado, to make it a BLTA. Adding a fried egg can completely change the outcome of your sandwich. 

BLT’s are about freedom of expression. You can either enjoy the sandwich as it is or you can make it your own. BLT’s are the perfect sandwich for a quick dinner, lunch, or snack. They are easy but also very tasty.