Emerils Kicked-Up B.L.T. Sandwiches with Avocado and Chipotle Mayonnaise

INGREDIENTS

• 1 avocado, sliced
• 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 2 teaspoons adobo sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 12 leaves red leaf lettuce, washed
• 16 thin slices ripe tomato
• 1/8 teaspoon dried crushed oregano
• Chipotle Mayonnaise, recipe follows
• 16 slices thick cut bacon, cooked
• 8 thick slices brioche bread, toasted
• 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 chipotle pepper in adobo, seeds removed and roughly chopped (about 2 teaspoons)