As a busy mom who loves treating my family to a hearty breakfast one of my go-to kitchen tools is the trusty electric skillet. When it comes to cooking up delicious crispy bacon, the electric skillet is a total game changer! In this article, I’ll provide a step-by-step guide to cooking bacon in an electric … Read more
If you’ve ever cooked with a ham bone or other pork bones to add flavor to soups and stews, you may have encountered bacon bones before. But what exactly are bacon bones, and where do they come from on the pig? This guide will cover everything you need to know about the origins and uses … Read more
As a bacon lover, I’m always on the hunt for the thickest, most indulgently fatty, perfectly smoky slices around And in my opinion, none compare to the slabs of heaven that are Peter Luger’s bacon This Brooklyn steakhouse has been serving their signature thick-cut bacon since the 1980s, and it has achieved legendary status among … Read more
Collard greens are a staple of Southern cooking. Slowly simmered with bacon, onions, and seasoning, they become meltingly tender with a smoky, savory flavor When using fresh collard greens, follow these simple steps for greens that are perfectly cooked and full of flavor. Ingredients 1 pound fresh collard greens 4 slices bacon, chopped 1 small … Read more
Bacon ribs are a delicious and hearty cut of pork that can make for an utterly satisfying meal when cooked properly But getting the cook time right is essential – overcooking will dry them out, while undercooking leaves them tough and chewy So how long should you boil bacon ribs to get them just right? … Read more
Gluten-free diets are on the rise, with more and more people adopting this way of eating for health reasons or due to diagnoses like celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity For those avoiding gluten, one of the most commonly asked questions is is bacon gluten-free? Specifically, consumers want to know if popular grocery chain Aldi’s … Read more
With its irresistible savory, salty, smoky flavor, bacon has been a beloved breakfast staple for centuries. But where did this popular cured pork product originally come from? Let’s delve into the ancient origins of bacon and uncover where it was first made. Bacon’s Earliest Roots The earliest origins of bacon can be traced back thousands … Read more
Crispy, smoky Jimmy Dean bacon is a staple breakfast food in many households across America. Jimmy Dean’s premium bacon line offers beloved flavors like hickory smoked and applewood smoked in a variety of convenient formats including fully cooked slices, chopped pieces, and thick-cut slabs. But despite the popularity of Jimmy Dean bacon, most consumers don’t … Read more
Bacon is one of the most beloved breakfast foods, with its signature smoky, salty, and savory flavor profile. When making homemade bacon, properly curing the pork belly is an essential step to developing the flavor and preserving the meat. However, a common question that arises is – can you over cure bacon? The short answer … Read more
Crispy, savory bacon is a breakfast staple, but the high fat and sodium content of traditional pork bacon has led many people to seek out healthier alternatives. Turkey bacon fits the bill with fewer calories, fat and sodium than regular bacon. But even turkey bacon has preservatives and can get pricey. For the ultimate homemade … Read more