Ingredients:

  • 1 Everything Bagel (sliced in half)
  • 2 tbsp (30g) Full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tsp (5ml) Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium Vine-ripened tomato, sliced 1/4 inch thick
  • 1/4 tsp (1.5g) Flaky sea salt
  • 4-5 Fresh basil leaves, torn
  • 1 pinch Freshly cracked black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Slice the tomato into uniform rounds, lay them on a paper towel, and sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Let sit for 5 minutes, then gently pat the tops dry with another paper towel to remove excess moisture.
  2. Toast the bagel halves until mahogany-colored and firm. Remove from the toaster and let rest for 30 seconds to allow surface steam to escape.
  3. Spread cream cheese in a thick, even layer from edge to edge on both bagel halves.
  4. Layer the salted tomato slices on the bottom half, drizzle with olive oil, and top with torn basil and black pepper.
  5. Press the top bagel half down firmly to lock the ingredients in place.