As a busy home cook and food safety advocate, I get asked this question a lot: how long can you leave raw bacon sitting out before it becomes unsafe to eat? It’s an important question, because we’ve all been there – you start prepping bacon for breakfast and get distracted, leaving it out too long. … Read more
Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is a controversial flavor enhancer that is added to many processed foods. Some people claim to have sensitivities or reactions to MSG. So an important question is – does bacon have MSG? As someone who loves bacon, I decided to dig into this issue and find out for myself. Here’s what I … Read more
Cooking bacon can be a delicious way to start your day. However it often leaves behind a big mess to clean up afterwards. Grease splatters all over the stove and counter, dirties pans and can even get on your clothes. Not to mention having to constantly watch and flip the bacon to make sure it … Read more
The Pork Plot Thickens: Uncovering Kirkland Bacon’s Mysterious Manufacturer As a Costco devotee, you already know that Kirkland Signature bacon is a staple buy on every shopping trip. The hickory smoked breakfast strips offer incredible taste at warehouse club prices. But have you ever wondered exactly who makes this popular store brand bacon for Costco? … Read more
As someone who loves breakfast, bacon has always been one of my staples. But when I started the 21 Day Fix program, I had to find an approved substitute for regular pork bacon. That’s when turkey bacon became my new best friend! But I still had questions around how much I could actually eat. With … Read more
Tracing the Source of Big Buy Bacon Where Does This Budget Brand Come From? Bacon is a breakfast staple loved by millions. But with premium artisanal bacons costing upwards of $10 a pack, many shoppers turn to cheaper brands like Big Buy to get their bacon fix. If you’ve picked up Big Buy’s low-priced bacon … Read more
Bacon is a wacky 2018 mobile game about flipping strips of the delicious breakfast meat onto various objects. With its zany concept and challenging physics-based gameplay, it’s earned a cult following. But just how many levels are packed into this tasty game? In this article we’ll provide a comprehensive overview of all the levels in … Read more
Bacon is a versatile and delicious ingredient that can enhance the flavor of many savory dishes. While bacon’s saltiness and smokiness already provide tons of flavor on their own, pairing bacon with fresh herbs can take your recipes to the next level. The right herbs complement bacon’s richness and prevent it from overpowering other ingredients. … Read more
Nothing beats waking up to the irresistible smell of sizzling bacon. This tasty breakfast staple is beloved by many. But like all meats, bacon is perishable and has a limited shelf life. This leaves many bacon lovers wondering – how long does vacuum sealed bacon really last? Vacuum sealing is a popular preservation technique used … Read more
Bacon is a beloved breakfast staple in many households. The smoky, salty, umami flavors of perfectly crisped baconcomplement eggs pancakes hashbrowns and more like no other food can. While you can easily buy bacon at any grocery store, there’s nothing quite like homemade cured bacon. It’s cheaper, tastier, and allows you to control exactly what … Read more