Take the classic summer sandwich up a notch with a homemade aioli! This BLT with Homemade Roasted Garlic Aioli is sure to become a new favorite!
Prep Time20 minutesmins
Cook Time15 minutesmins
Total Time35 minutesmins
Course: Condiment, Sandwich
Cuisine: American
Keyword: aioli, BLT, roasted garlic
Servings: 2sandwiches, but plenty of Aioli for future sandwiches
Calories: 570kcal
Author: David
Ingredients
For the Roasted Garlic Aioli
1large egg yolk
1tspwhite wine vinegar
2tsplemon juice
½tspDijon mustard
1head roasted garlic~1/3 cup roasted garlic
¾cupolive oildivided
¼tspsalt
1/8tspcayenne pepper
For the BLT
4oz.bacon
4slicesbread
4Tbspof Roasted Garlic Aioli
4large iceberg lettuce leaves
¼cupfresh basil leavesoptional
4slicesof fresh tomatoes
Instructions
For the Roasted Garlic Aioli
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk, vinegar, lemon juice and mustard in a small bowl. Transfer mixture into a food processor or blender.
Add the roasted garlic and pulse until well combined.
With the motor running, add ¼ cup of the olive oil into the food processor a few drops at a time. Allow each addition to incorporate fully before adding the next drip. Continue processing until fully combined and emulsified. (Note: If mixture begins to separate, stop adding more oil. Process until mixture comes together again and then proceed with the remaining oil.)
Gradually add the remaining ½ cup of olive oil in a very slow, steady stream.
Add the salt and cayenne pepper; blend until fully combined. (Tip: If the aioli is too thick, add several drops of water to thin it out.)
Refrigerate any leftovers. (Note: The flavors will meld and this aioli will taste better if you allow it to sit in the refrigerator overnight.)
For the BLTs
Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crispy, about 10-12 minutes. Pat the slices dry on paper towels once cooked.
Lightly toast the 4 slices of bread.
Spread 1 Tbsp of Roasted Garlic Aioli on each slice of bread.
Layer lettuce, tomatoes, fresh basil leaves (optional) and cooked bacon on the top of 2 of the slices.
Place the remaining slices of bread on top and enjoy!
Refrigerate any leftover Roasted Garlic Aioli and consume within 2-3 days.
Notes
You can often find roasted garlic in the condiments aisle at your local market. (Sometimes it's also available in the bulk olive section if your market has an olive bar.) You can also make your own Roasted Garlic pretty easily, too!