Mini Blts Food

MINI BLTS

Steps:

• Cut a thin slice from the bottoms of tomatoes to allow them to rest flat. Cut a thin slice off the top of each tomato. Scoop out and discard pulp; invert tomatoes onto paper towels to drain. In a small bowl, combine the bacon, mayonnaise, onions, cheese, celery and parsley. Spoon into tomatoes. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours.

MINI BLT APPETIZERS

Steps:

• Cut a thin slice off the top of each tomato. Scoop out and discard pulp; invert tomatoes on paper towels to drain. Pipe mayonnaise into tomatoes., Roll lettuce pieces and insert into tomato centers. Repeat with croutons and bacon. Sprinkle with pepper. Cover and refrigerate up to 1 hour.

CLASSIC BLT SANDWICH

Steps:

• Cook bacon until crispy, then drain on paper towels.
• Toast the 8 slices of bread.
• Spread 1 tablespoon mayo on each slice of toasted bread. (More or less, to taste).
• Add 1 slice of lettuce to 4 pieces of mayo-spreaded toast.
• Add 2 slices of tomato on top of lettuce.
• Arrange 3 slices of bacon evenly on top of tomato. (Break bacon slices in half to fit, if needed.).
• Add 1 slice of lettuce on top of bacon.
• Put the remaining 4 pieces of mayo-spreaded toast on top to finish the sandwiches.
• Enjoy!
• NOTE: I also like to butter the toast slices before adding the mayo -- higher in fat, but tastier, in my opinion!

BABY BLT

Steps:

• Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat for 6 to 8 minutes, or until evenly brown. Once cooled, crumble and set aside.
• In a bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, bacon, green onions, and parsley until well blended. Set aside.
• Cut a small slice from the top of each tomato. Using a melon baller or small spoon, scoop out the inside of each tomato and discard. Fill each tomato with the bacon mixture, and refrigerate for 1 hour. Serve chilled.

MINI BLTS

Steps:

• Using a medium bowl, whisk together egg yolks, mustard, and lemon juice until smooth. Add the oil, a drop at a time, whisking until the mixture starts to thicken. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until needed.
• Heat oven to 450°F Using a rolling pin, flatten each slice of bread to 1/8-inch thickness. Using a 2-inch cookie cutter, cut 4 rounds from each slice of bread. Press rounds into mini-muffin pans forming shallow cups and bake until light brown, about 6 minutes. Cool slightly, transfer to a wire rack and cool completely. Store in an airtight container.
• Remove center rib of lettuce leaves and cut leaves into 1/8-inch strips.
• Using a large saute pan over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp. Drain on paper towels, crumble and set aside.
• Using a large bowl, toss together bacon, lettuce and tomato. Add 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, adding more if needed just to bind mixture. Season with salt and pepper.
• Fill toasted cups with a heaping teaspoon of the bacon mixture, sprinkle with chives and serve immediately. Store remaining mayonnaise in an airtight container, refrigerated up to 2 days.