How to Make Mozzarella Stick BLT - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a delicious and satisfying snack or appetizer? Look no further than the Mozzarella Stick BLT. This indulgent and flavorful dish combines the classic flavors of a BLT sandwich with the gooey, cheesy goodness of mozzarella sticks. It's the perfect combination of crispy, savory, and creamy, all rolled into one tasty treat.

What makes the Mozzarella Stick BLT truly special is its unique combination of textures and flavors. The crunchy bacon and crisp lettuce provide a satisfyi...

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Ingredients

  • 8 thick-cut bacon
  • 4 teaspoons mayonnaise, or to taste
  • 4 torta rolls
  • 4 teaspoons pesto, or to taste
  • 12 frozen mozzarella sticks (such as FarmRich™)
  • 8 iceberg lettuce leaves, or to taste
  • 2 tomatoes, sliced
  • 1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 33 mins
  • Total Time: 48 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 sandwiches

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Lay bacon strips flat in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned and crisp, about 20 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels. Increase oven heat to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Slice torta rolls in half; spread one side of each roll with 1 teaspoon mayonnaise and the other with 1 teaspoon pesto.
  • Arrange mozzarella sticks in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  • Bake mozzarella sticks in the hot oven until golden brown, 10 to 11 minutes.
  • Divide mozzarella sticks over the bottom halves of the rolls; top with lettuce, bacon, and tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper. Cover with the tops of the rolls. Brush oil over sandwiches; grill in a panini press until crisped and hot, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    720 cal.

    • Total Fat: 34g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 53mg
    • Sodium: 1816mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 70g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 31g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 46mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 223mg