Love the taste of bacon but trying to watch your fat or calorie intake? Turkey bacon can be a tasty, lighter alternative to traditional pork bacon. But how much turkey bacon makes up a typical serving size? In this guide, we’ll break down everything you need to know about turkey bacon serving sizes, weights, nutrition … Read more
If you’re looking for a healthier bacon option, turkey bacon is a great choice. But when cooking turkey bacon, many people wonder – does it produce grease like pork bacon? The short answer is no. Compared to regular bacon, turkey bacon releases very little fat during cooking. Understanding the differences in grease production, nutrition, taste … Read more
Uncured bacon has become increasingly popular due to its lack of artificial preservatives and clean, pure pork flavor. But cooking uncured bacon requires some special considerations to achieve the perfect texture and taste. Follow this step-by-step guide to learn how to fry, bake or microwave uncured bacon for mouthwatering results every time What is Uncured … Read more
As a busy home cook and bacon lover, I’m always looking for ways to make meal prep more convenient. That’s why I love keeping peameal bacon in my freezer—it’s ready to go whenever I need a quick, tasty source of protein! But can you actually cook frozen peameal bacon properly? Or does it need to … Read more
Can You Eat Bacon Past Its Use By Date? For bacon lovers, few things are more tragic than finding an unopened pack at the back of the fridge, only to discover it’s passed its use by date. We’ve all been there – you bought it for a recipe, then plans changed and it got shoved … Read more
Canadian bacon, sometimes called back bacon, is a lean, smoked and cured pork loin that makes for a delicious breakfast meat. While you can buy it pre-made, it’s actually quite easy to make your own Canadian bacon at home with Morton Tender Quick. In this complete guide we’ll cover everything you need to know including … Read more
Diced bacon is a versatile ingredient that adds smoky, salty flavor to all kinds of savory dishes. When cooked properly, the little cubes of bacon become crispy, crunchy bits of absolute deliciousness But cooking diced bacon requires some special considerations compared to cooking full bacon strips. In this guide, I’ll explain how to fry diced … Read more
Bacon is one of the most beloved flavors around the world. The smoky, salty, savory taste of crispy bacon is hard to resist. However, for Muslims and others who follow halal dietary guidelines, real bacon made from pork is strictly prohibited. This leaves many wondering – is bacon seasoning halal? Can Muslims enjoy the taste … Read more
Bacon grease is the oil leftover after cooking bacon. It has a delicious smoky salty flavor that makes it a prized ingredient in many recipes. But improper storage can lead to rancid, funky bacon grease. So do you store bacon grease in the fridge? The short answer is yes. While you may have memories of … Read more
Bacon is a beloved food for many people. It’s smoky, salty, crispy goodness seems like the perfect thing to break a fast with. However, in the world of intermittent fasting and other fasting diets, there is some debate around whether or not bacon is an appropriate food to break a fast. In this comprehensive guide, … Read more