Turkey bacon has become a popular lower-calorie alternative to regular pork bacon But some people wonder about its effects on acidity in the body Can frequently eating turkey bacon lead to a more acidic pH environment? Let’s analyze what makes a food acidic or alkaline and how turkey bacon fits into the picture, Overview of … Read more
Venison bacon is growing in popularity due to its rich smoky flavor and leaner fat content compared to traditional pork bacon. If you’ve got your hands on some venison bacon, cooking it in the oven is one of the easiest and most foolproof cooking methods. In this comprehensive guide, I’ll walk you through everything you … Read more
Maple bacon has become a beloved breakfast food for many people. The combination of smoky, salty bacon with the sweet flavor of maple is hard to resist! As a dog owner, you may have wondered if it’s okay to share a bite of your maple bacon with your pup. Or perhaps your dog managed to … Read more
As a cat owner, you likely enjoy rewarding your furry friend with tasty treats. However, some human foods can be dangerous for cats. One example is raw bacon. If your cat manages to snatch some raw bacon, you may worry about whether it will make her sick. This article covers everything you need to know … Read more
Uncured bacon has risen in popularity as a healthier alternative to traditional cured bacon. Without artificial preservatives, uncured bacon relies on proper storage to maximize freshness and shelf life. But exactly how long does uncured bacon stay fresh? In this article we’ll cover everything you need to know about the shelf life of uncured bacon … Read more
Turkey bacon has become a popular lower-fat and lower-calorie alternative to traditional pork bacon. But when you go to cook it, you may notice something strange – it feels kind of slimy and gelatinous. Is this normal or a sign your turkey bacon has gone bad? As an avid turkey bacon fan myself, I was … Read more
Bacon joints are a great cheaper alternative to buying rashers of bacon and can provide plenty of meat for multiple meals. While frying rashers is quick and easy cooking a whole bacon joint requires more time and technique. That’s where the slow cooker comes in handy! Slow cooking bacon joint results in tender, succulent meat … Read more
If you’re like me you love bacon but hate the mess and splatter that comes from cooking it in a skillet. Well there’s a better way – using an air fryer! Specifically, the Instant Vortex air fryer makes cooking bacon an absolute breeze. In this comprehensive guide, I’ll walk through how to cook perfect, crispy … Read more
Sizzlean bacon had its heyday in the 1980s and 1990s as a lower fat alternative to regular pork bacon. With catchy ads boasting it was “leaner than bacon,” Sizzlean offered a tasty meaty texture and bacon flavor without as much fat and grease. Throughout the 80s and 90s it seemed like Sizzlean was everywhere. But … Read more
Bacon-wrapped chicken is a beloved recipe combining two crowd-pleasing ingredients But what if you only have cooked chicken on hand? Can you wrap raw bacon around previously cooked chicken to recreate this tasty dish? Unfortunately, the answer is no. Raw bacon should never be wrapped around cooked chicken for food safety reasons. However, with some … Read more