Cooper Black Pepper Cheese BLT Sandwich

Prep: 5 minCook: 12 min1 servingsmediumAmerican
Cooper Black Pepper Cheese BLT Sandwich

Classic BLT enhanced with Cooper Sharp Black Pepper cheese for a subtle spice kick. Bacon crisps in a skillet while bread toasts to your preference. Layer mayo, lettuce, cheese, tomato, and bacon between bread slices for a quick, satisfying lunch.

Ingredients

1 servings
  • 2 3 bacon
    tempeh bacon1:1veganadds soy

    2

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  • sliced bread
  • mayonnaise
    Greek yogurt1:1lighteradds dairy

    3

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  • lettuce
  • 1 2 Cooper Sharp Black Pepper cheese, thin slices
    sharp cheddar1:1dairy-free:cheddar-style

    3

  • 1 tomato, sliced

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook bacon in a medium skillet until crisp.

  2. 2

    Toast bread if desired.

  3. 3

    Spread mayonnaise on bread.

  4. 4

    Layer lettuce, cheese, tomato, and bacon on one slice.

  5. 5

    Top with remaining bread slice and serve.

Tips

Tip 1

Toast bread for added texture and to prevent sogginess from mayo and tomato.

Good to Know

Storage

Best served immediately; refrigerate leftovers in airtight container up to 1 day.

Make Ahead

Bacon can be cooked up to 2 days ahead and refrigerated. Toast bread just before assembly.

Serve With

Serve warm with chips, pickles, or a side salad.

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Common Mistakes

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Undercook bacon to avoid a chewy texture; aim for crispy edges.

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Skip toasting to avoid soggy bread from mayo and tomato juices.

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Overload with toppings to prevent bread collapse during eating.

Substitutions

Dairy-Free Swaps

Cooper Sharp Black Pepper cheese
sharp cheddar1:1dairy-free:cheddar-style

3

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Vegan Options

bacon
tempeh bacon1:1veganadds soy

2

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General Alternatives

mayonnaise
Greek yogurt1:1lighteradds dairy

3

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