Italian BLT Sandwich with Pesto Mayo
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A delicious and hearty twist on the classic BLT sandwich, featuring crispy pancetta, ripe tomatoes, fresh arugula, and a rich pesto mayonnaise, all nestled between slices of toasted ciabatta bread. This Italian-inspired version elevates the traditional sandwich into a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Generated on: April 30, 2024
20 min
Ingredients
- Ciabatta bread2 slices
- Pancetta slices4
- Ripe tomato1
- Arugula
- Salt
- Black pepper
Pesto mayo:
- Mayonnaise2 tbsp
- Basil pesto1 tbsp
Directions
- 1
Toast the ciabatta bread slices until golden brown and crisp.
- 2
Cook the pancetta slices in a pan over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- 3
Slice the tomato into thin slices.
- 4
In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise and basil pesto to create the pesto mayo.
- 5
Spread a generous layer of pesto mayo on each slice of toasted ciabatta.
- 6
Layer the crispy pancetta slices on one piece of bread.
- 7
Add tomato slices on top of the pancetta, seasoning them lightly with salt and pepper.
- 8
Add a handful of arugula on top of the tomatoes.
- 9
Top with the second slice of ciabatta, pesto mayo side down, to complete the sandwich.
- 10
Cut in half and serve immediately.
Enjoy your food!
