Ingredients
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8 slices thick-cut bacon
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1 lemon
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1 clove garlic
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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1/4 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
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8 slices whole-grain bread, lightly toasted
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4 large leaves green leaf lettuce
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2 medium tomatoes, cored and thinly sliced
Steps
1
On a paper towel-lined large plate, arrange 4 slices bacon. Cover with another layer of paper towels. Microwave 4–5 min., until crispy. Repeat with remaining 4 slices bacon.
2
Meanwhile, grate the zest from the lemon and squeeze 2 tsp juice into a small bowl. With garlic press, crush the garlic into bowl. Add the mayonnaise and basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3
On 4 bread slices, layer the lettuce, bacon, and tomato. Season tomato with pinch of salt. Spread the lemon-basil mayonnaise on remaining 4 bread slices and place on top. Serve immediately.
