BLT Avocado Sandwich

Slice a ripe avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh, then mash roughly with a fork.

Season mashed avocado with salt, pepper, a squeeze of lime juice, and a pinch of red pepper flakes.

Toast thick slices of sourdough or country bread until golden and crunchy on the outside but still soft inside.

Slice ripe tomatoes (heirloom if available) into thick rounds and season generously with salt and pepper.

Spread a generous layer of seasoned avocado on one slice of warm toast, covering edge to edge.

Layer crisp lettuce leaves on top of the avocado, followed by the seasoned tomato slices.

Arrange the crispy bacon strips over the tomatoes, using enough to cover the entire surface.

Spread mayonnaise on the second slice of toast and place it on top, pressing gently to compact.

Cut the sandwich diagonally and serve immediately while the bacon is still warm and the toast is crispy.