Last week I deviated from my usual sandwich at Cafe Hey and switched it up by trying the “VLT” – Vegan Bacon, Lettuce & Tomato. But since I still cringe like a kindergartener at the thought of consuming raw tomatoes, I subbed avocado.
It was amazing.
So amazing that I was determined to recreate this “VLA” at home.
And having just made a fresh loaf of bread, it was the most perfect of timing.
Who needs a panini press when you have a tea kettle full of water?
I can’t tell if I 100% loved the sandwich or if I 90% loved it and 10% loved the MacGyver feeling that accompanied creating a make shift tea kettle panini press. Either way, it was a gold star ‘recreation of a meal’ moment for this girl!
i dont know about that vegan bacon… ive tried it once and it was ok, i think if i make it super super crispy next time ill like it better. you dont like raw tomato? you crazy crazy lady =P i like the avocado substitute tho. it looks really delish with that homemade bread!
I know, I know, I wish I liked raw tomatoes, they look so pretty on sandwiches! I don’t think the “bacon” would be good on its own, but it reminds me of super lean turkey bacon on a sandwich.