Add Preferred SourceGet ready for some serious flavor with this Texas BLT! This recipe amps up the classic BLT with a spicy twist, combining crispy bacon with zesty chipotle mayo and pepper jack cheese for an extra kick in every bite. Why settle for a regular BLT when you can enjoy a Texas BLT? Fire up your griddle and make something delicious today!
When local tomatoes are in season, we go all out. I often bring home a bushel of fresh tomatoes from the farmers’ market, freezing them to make sauces throughout the winter. But when it comes to fresh tomato season, nothing beats a sandwich like this Texas BLT. With a touch of spice and some extra twists, this isn’t your typical BLT.
I love serving this Texas BLT for a quick lunch or an easy dinner. It’s a family favorite, and the best part is that you can prepare the ingredients ahead of time for a convenient and tasty meal. Top your sandwich with ripe, juicy tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and a generous spread of chipotle mayo, and you’ll have a mouthwatering, Texas-style treat ready to enjoy!
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Ingredients
- Texas toast bread
- Bacon
- Mayonnaise
- Pepper jack cheese – Shredded.
- Chipotle mayonnaise
- Tomatoes
- Lettuce leaves
How To Make the Texas BLT
- Preheat your Blackstone Griddle to medium-high and cook the bacon until crispy, drain on paper towels, and set aside.
- Spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise on one side of each slice of bread.
- Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of shredded cheese onto the griddle, then place a slice of bread on top of the cheese, mayonnaise side down.
- Grill the bread until the mayonnaise side is golden brown, about 3-4 minutes, depending on your heat level.
- Transfer the bread to a flat surface once toasted. Assemble your sandwiches by spreading 1 tablespoon of chipotle mayo on the plain side of each slice of bread. Then, add the bacon, lettuce, and tomato slices. Close the sandwiches, cut, and serve.
Step-By-Step Process
Chef Jenn’s Tips
- Opt for thick-cut bacon for a satisfying crunch, but any bacon will work. For an extra punch, try using pepper or jalapeño bacon.
- Choose the freshest, ripest tomatoes available—they really make a difference!
- For an additional spicy kick, add some sliced jalapeños.
- If Texas toast isn’t available, any thick-sliced bread will do the trick.
Recommended
Make It A Meal
Pair your Texas BLT with a bowl of soup or a fresh salad for a complete meal. Keep it simple with a side of your favorite chips, or go all out Texas-style with tortilla chips and pico de gallo or guacamole.
Storage
If you happen to have leftovers (though it’s unlikely with such a delicious sandwich), store them in the fridge. Be sure to remove the tomato and lettuce first to prevent the bread from getting soggy.
Blackstone Griddle Texas BLT
Ingredients
- 8 slices Texas toast bread
- 1 pound bacon
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup pepper jack cheese shredded
- ½ cup chipotle mayonnaise
- 2 large tomatoes sliced ¼ inch thick
- 4 lettuce leaves
Instructions
- Preheat your Blackstone Griddle and cook the bacon until crispy, drain on paper towels, and set aside.
- Spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise on one side of each slice of bread.
- Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of shredded cheese onto the skillet, then place a slice of bread on top of the cheese, mayonnaise side down.
- Grill the bread until the mayonnaise side is golden brown, about 3-4 minutes, depending on your heat level.
- Transfer the bread to a flat surface once toasted. Assemble your sandwiches by spreading 1 tablespoon of chipotle mayo on the plain side of each slice of bread. Then, add the bacon, lettuce, and tomato slices. Close the sandwiches, cut, and serve.
Notes
Chef Jenn’s Tips
- Opt for thick-cut bacon for a satisfying crunch, but any bacon will work. For an extra punch, try using pepper or jalapeño bacon.
- Choose the freshest, ripest tomatoes available—they really make a difference!
- For an additional spicy kick, add some sliced jalapeños.
- If Texas toast isn’t available, any thick-sliced bread will do the trick.
Nutrition
A Note on Nutritional Information
Nutritional information for this recipe is provided as a courtesy and is calculated based on available online ingredient information. It is only an approximate value. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site cannot be guaranteed.