Epic Meal Time Bacon Sandwich with Honey Mustard

Ingredients

• 8 oz thick‑cut pork bacon (cut into 1‑inch strips)
• 2 tbsp honey mustard sauce (store‑bought or homemade (mix equal parts honey and Dijon mustard))
• 0.25 yellow onion (thinly sliced)
• 2 slices ripe tomato (medium size, sliced)
• 1 tbsp banana peppers (optional, sliced)
• 1 soft sandwich bun (e.g., brioche or potato roll) (split and lightly toasted)
• 1 tsp unsalted butter (for toasting the bun)
• to taste salt
• to taste black pepper

Instructions

1. Prep the vegetables

   Slice the onion thinly, slice the tomato, and if using, slice the banana peppers. Set aside in a small bowl.

   Time: PT5M

2. Cook the bacon

   Heat the skillet over medium‑high heat. Add the bacon strips in a single layer and cook, turning with tongs, until crisp and golden, about 8‑10 minutes. Transfer to a paper‑towel‑lined plate to drain.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: medium‑high

3. Toast the bun

   Wipe excess bacon fat from the skillet, add 1 tsp butter, and place the split bun cut side down. Toast until lightly golden, about 1‑2 minutes.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: medium

4. Assemble the sandwich

   Spread honey mustard on both halves of the toasted bun. Layer the crispy bacon, onion slices, tomato slices, and banana peppers (if using). Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and pepper. Close the sandwich and press gently.

   Time: PT3M

5. Serve

   Serve immediately while the bun is warm and the bacon is still crisp. Enjoy with a side of fries or a simple salad if desired.

   Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

620

Protein

30g

Carbohydrates

45g

Fat

30g

Fiber

2g