BLT Egglets

Step 1

Place eggs in a large pot and cover with cold water by about 1". Place pot on stove and bring to a boil. Immediately remove from. heat and cover pot. Let sit 11 minutes. Meanwhile, prepare a medium bowl of ice water. When time is up, drain eggs and submerge in ice water.

Step 2

Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Cook bacon, stirring occasionally, until crisp, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel–lined plate.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk mayonnaise, chives, hot sauce, and vinegar; season with salt and black pepper.

Step 4

Peel and halve eggs. Spread mayonnaise mixture on cut side of one egg half. Top with tomatoes, lettuce, and bacon. then top with other half of egg; season with salt and black pepper.