As a professional food handler, properly thawing frozen foods like bacon is an important part of keeping food safe. Improper thawing leads to the growth of harmful bacteria that can make customers sick. So what is the safest method for thawing frozen bacon in a commercial kitchen? Why Proper Thawing Matters Freezing food stops bacterial … Read more
Bacon is a delicious and popular breakfast food that people around the world enjoy. But when cooking or eating bacon, a common question arises: how many slices of bacon make up 100g? Understanding bacon portion sizes is important for meal planning, counting calories, and getting the right amount for your recipe. In this article, we’ll … Read more
Sliced peameal bacon, sometimes called Canadian bacon, is a delicious alternative to regular smoked bacon. It comes from the pork loin and is trimmed of fat, making it a healthier choice. While peameal bacon is often pan-fried, baking it in the oven is an easy hands-off cooking method that results in evenly cooked, crispy, and … Read more
As a busy mom, I’m always looking for quick and easy methods to prepare tasty meals for my family. One of my go-to breakfast staples is bacon – when done right, it’s crispy, salty perfection! However, cooking bacon on the stovetop often resulted in a greasy mess and unevenly cooked strips. After some trial and … Read more
Can You Lose Weight Just Eating Bacon and Eggs? A Look at the Science Behind This Controversial Diet Eating nothing but bacon and eggs to lose weight may sound like a dream come true for some people. But is it actually an effective and sustainable approach to weight loss? This controversial diet has developed a … Read more
Bacon is a food that many people love to cook and eat. Its savory, salty, smoky flavor makes it a tasty addition to breakfasts, sandwiches, salads and more. Some bacon fans love to share scraps with birds visiting their yards. But is raw bacon actually safe for birds to eat? This article explores whether birds … Read more
As someone who loves exploring different types of bacon, I was intrigued when I first heard about peameal bacon. This uniquely Canadian delicacy is not as well known in the US, which made me wonder – where can I buy peameal bacon in the USA? After doing some digging I uncovered some great options for … Read more
As someone who follows a low FODMAP diet to manage IBS symptoms, I’m always on the lookout for tasty protein options that won’t wreak havoc on my digestive system. Bacon is one of those divisive foods that seems like it could go either way – delicious, yet risky. So when I recently spotted Canadian bacon, … Read more
As a bacon lover I’m always on the hunt for the perfect slice – crispy yet tender, smoky and salty. And in my opinion some of the best fast food bacon can be found at McDonald’s! Their applewood smoked bacon has just the right amount of fat, packs a ton of flavor, and adds the … Read more
If you’ve ever reached into the freezer only to find a solid block of frozen bacon, you may have wondered if you need to bother thawing it first before cooking. Many home chefs assume defrosting is a necessary step for handling frozen bacon properly. However, you may be surprised to learn that cooking bacon directly … Read more