Bacon Sandwich
Back bacon cooked until the edges are crisp and the fat has rendered, in thick buttered white bread with brown sauce or ketchup. Twelve minutes.
Method
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Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat, or heat the grill to medium-high.
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Lay the bacon in the pan without crowding and cook 4 minutes, turning once, until the fat is golden and the edges are crisp. Under the grill, cook 3 to 4 minutes a side.
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Butter the bread slices generously, edge to edge.
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Lay 3 rashers of hot bacon on each of two slices and add the sauce.
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Top with the other slices, press down and cut in half.
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Eat straight away.
Chef’s Tips
- Cook the bacon at a medium heat. High heat curls it and burns the fat.
- Butter to the edges. Every bite needs it.
- Use soft white bread. Anything crusty fights back.
Pairing Suggestions
- A mug of tea
- Fried eggs
- A grilled tomato
Storage & Reheating
Best eaten immediately. Refrigerate cooked bacon up to 4 days and reheat in a pan.
Common questions
How long does Bacon Sandwich take to make?
About 12 minutes in total — 2 minutes of preparation and 10 minutes of cooking. The recipe serves 2.
What are the key tips for making Bacon Sandwich?
Cook the bacon at a medium heat. High heat curls it and burns the fat. Butter to the edges. Every bite needs it. Use soft white bread. Anything crusty fights back.
What should I serve with Bacon Sandwich?
A mug of tea; Fried eggs; A grilled tomato.
How should Bacon Sandwich be stored?
Best eaten immediately. Refrigerate cooked bacon up to 4 days and reheat in a pan.
Is Bacon Sandwich suitable for a special diet?
This recipe is no added sugar. Those labels are checked against the ingredient list, so a dish is only marked when nothing in it contradicts the claim.
How many calories are in Bacon Sandwich?
About 430 kcal per serving, with 26 g protein, 32 g carbohydrate and 22 g fat. The figures are calculated from the ingredient list and are an estimate.
Nutritional Highlights
Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.
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