A big part of the BLT’s appeal is its simplicity: Bacon lettuce and tomatoes all have different textures but their flavors are all delicious without being overpowering (the same goes for mayonnaise that unofficial fourth ingredient). It’s hard to mess up a simple BLT sandwich. That said it’s also hard to resist the lure of experimentation precisely because you can take those simple flavors in so many different directions. That might mean swapping out the mayo in your BLT for a different condiment or Italian dressing or dressing your sandwich (though not always literally) with pimento cheese.
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By adding a few scoops to a half cup of pimento spread — a Southern-style blend of shredded cheddar cheese small pimento peppers and more mayonnaise — you can add a whole new softer texture while introducing some bolder flavors. Pimento spreads taste sharp (from the cheddar) tangy and slightly sweet (from the peppers) which pairs perfectly with the savory chewy bacon and sweet tomatoes. There are also spicy versions of pimento spread with added jalapeños and sriracha if that’s more your style but plain pimento cheese still adds a tangy kick to the sandwich that’s worth a try.
When sandwich lovers broach the topic of adding cheese to a BLT pimento cheese isn’t the first choice they suggest but it’s close: a “grilled cheese” BLT is typically made with cheddar cheese. Pimento cheese essentially builds on basic cheddar by making it sweeter and creamier. In the same way that pimento works as a cheddar substitute for ham sandwiches which are similarly tame lunches that call for bold seasonings and tangy additions pimento can serve as a substitute here.
Pimento cheese is affectionately and perhaps a little ironically called "the caviar of the South." The two spreads share no ingredients (caviar is made from roe usually sturgeon eggs) but the region holds the spread in high regard and can be used in everything from grits to cheese fries to macaroni and cheese to casseroles. Celebrity chef Bobby Flay adds pimento cheese to burgers for the melty texture it gets when grilled but it works perfectly whether it's hot or not; a BLT is usually a warm sandwich though some people prefer it at room temperature. For true Southern flair use fried green tomatoes instead of red ones and sprinkle pimento cheese on both sides.
