California Blt's Blat Barefoot Contessa Ina Garten Recipe

Elevate your classic BLT with this California-inspired recipe, inspired by Ina Garten's Barefoot Contessa! Crisp bacon, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, and perfectly toasted bread create a flavor explosion in every bite. A quick and easy weeknight meal or impressive brunch option—easily customizable with sprouts in place of lettuce. Get ready for BLT bliss!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 548.5 kcal
Protein 32g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

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How to Make California Blt's Blat Barefoot Contessa Ina Garten

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place a wire rack on top.
  2. Arrange bacon slices on the wire rack in a single layer. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until crisp. (Cooking time may vary depending on your oven and bacon thickness).
  3. Remove bacon from oven and place on paper towels to drain excess grease.
  4. While bacon is baking, lightly toast bread slices on a separate baking sheet for 3-4 minutes per side, or until lightly golden brown.
  5. In a small bowl, gently toss avocado slices with lemon juice to prevent browning.
  6. Spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise on each of two bread slices.
  7. Layer lettuce (or sprouts) on top of the mayonnaise.
  8. Arrange avocado slices over the lettuce.
  9. Top with 3 slices of cooked bacon per sandwich.
  10. Add tomato slices over the bacon.
  11. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  12. Spread remaining bread slices with mayonnaise and place mayonnaise-side down on top of the sandwiches to complete.
  13. Cut each sandwich in half and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

47 g

Sugar

29g

Fat

34g

Carbs

15g

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