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A Bacon Lover’s Dream: The Ultimate Club Sandwich

Get ready to indulge in a mouthwatering twist on the classic club sandwich, packed with smoky bacon, crispy apples, and creamy homemade mayo.

The Star of the Show: Bacon Mayonnaise

To create this rich and savory spread, you’ll need:

• 16 thick-cut bacon slices (about 1 pound 4 ounces), cut in half crosswise
• Vegetable oil, as needed
• 4 large egg yolks
• 2 teaspoons cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Bacon Mayonnaise Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F and arrange the racks to divide the oven into thirds.
2. Bake the bacon pieces in a single layer on 2 rimmed baking sheets for 10 minutes, then rotate the pans and continue baking until crispy and brown (about 5-10 minutes more).
3. Transfer the bacon to a paper-towel-lined plate, discarding excess fat. Let the measured bacon fat cool for 15 minutes.
4. Whisk together egg yolks, vinegar, and mustard, then slowly add the cooled bacon fat or bacon fat-oil mixture until thickened and creamy. Season with salt and pepper.

Assembling the Sandwich

For the ultimate club sandwich experience, you’ll need:

• 1 medium Granny Smith apple
• 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
• 12 slices light rye bread
• 1 pound thinly sliced ham

Assembly Instructions

1. Increase the oven temperature to broil and keep a rack in the top third of the oven.
2. Slice the apple into 1/8-inch-thick slices, drizzle with vinegar, and toss to coat.
3. Toast the bread slices in the oven, flipping once, until lightly browned (about 1 minute per side).
4. Spread 1 tablespoon of the bacon mayonnaise on each bread slice, then top with apple slices, ham, and another slice of bread.
5. Finish with reserved bacon slices and the remaining bread slices, mayonnaise-side down. Slice each sandwich into quarters and serve.

Tips and Variations

• Refrigerate the bacon mayonnaise in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
• Experiment with different types of bread and meats to create your own unique club sandwich variation.

Indulge in this decadent club sandwich, packed with smoky bacon, crispy apples, and creamy homemade mayo. Your taste buds will thank you!