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                                            Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes  | 
                                            Ready In: 5 Minutes Servings: 10  | 
                                         
                                        
                                     
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                    Good Friday being a strict day of fasting and consuming of vegan food only, this BLT-inspired sandwich came together easily and quickly. Mustard (any kind as long as it's dairy-free) can replace vegan mayonnaise if you prefer. As we were enjoying our new sandwich creation, Mr. Cookgirl suggested next time stirring in a little bit of Tabasco 'Chipotle  sauce to the mayo; or maybe substitute creamy horseradish...? Ingredients: 
                    
                        
                                                focaccia bread (enough for 2 sandwiches)  |  
                                                vegan mayonnaise, for spreading  |  
                                                3 -4 slices tempeh bacon, strips (store bought such as lifelight brand 'fakin' bacon or homemade ( smoky tempeh bacon)  |  
                                                1/4 cup sliced red bell pepper (in lieu of tomatoes which taste terrible this time of year. use *fresh toms* when they are in season)  |  
                                                loose leaf lettuce, of choice (we tried mixed spring greens and some micro greens)  |  
                                                fresh cilantro, minced  |  
                                                cracked black pepper, to taste  |  
                                                
                     
                    Directions: 
                    
                        
                            
                                1. Slice the foccacia in half and toast or (pan) grill if desired. 2. Spread one slice of the focaccia with the vegan mayonnaise. Add 1 1/2-2 slices tempeh bacon per sandwich followed by the bell pepper, lettuce, cilantro and cracked black pepper. 3. Place the other slice on top and cut in half.                              | 
                         
                         
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