As a bacon lover, I’m always looking for new ways to enjoy this tasty breakfast meat. Lately, I’ve discovered the wonders of cooking rind-on bacon! This old-fashioned preparation method leaves the pork skin attached to the belly, resulting in bacon with incredible crunch and deep, porky flavor. If you’ve never cooked rind-on bacon before, it … Read more
For Muslims who follow a halal diet, the prospect of plant-based bacon substitutes raises an important question – are these vegan bacons actually permissible to eat according to Islamic law? The answer, perhaps surprisingly, is a cautious yes While traditional pork bacon is unambiguously haram (forbidden), the right kinds of vegan bacon can be halal-certified … Read more
Blanching bacon? Yes, you should, and this article covers why and how to blanch bacon. It may sound counterintuitive, but there are many benefits to enjoy with this method. Bacon is a culinary delight that graces breakfast platters, burgers, plates of pasta, and countless other dishes. Most people cook bacon by frying it or baking … Read more
Bacon is one of those amazing ingredients that can standalone or make just about any dish much better. It makes sense that people who don’t eat gluten would want to know if bacon is gluten free. Most, but definitely not all, bacon is gluten free. Like so many gluten free products, it is important to … Read more
Coleman Natural Hickory Smoked Uncured Bacon is a family favorite. It tastes salty and is crispy and satisfying. The average American eats about 18 pounds of bacon a year, so it’s not surprising that it’s often gone within a day or two of being brought home from the store or delivered to your door. However, … Read more
As a bacon lover on a budget, I’m always looking for ways to enjoy this tasty cured pork product without breaking the bank. That’s why I was intrigued when I recently came across economy bacon in the grocery store meat case. What is economy bacon exactly, and how does it compare to regular bacon in … Read more
Collard greens are a staple of Southern cooking These leafy green vegetables have a slightly bitter taste that is perfectly balanced by cooking them low and slow with smoky, salty bacon The combination of collard greens and bacon is a match made in heaven! In this article, I’ll walk you through the entire process of … Read more
American people think of Canadian bacon as being more like ham than regular bacon (via Kitchn). Its cut from a cured pork loin, which may or may not have been smoked. Canadian bacon is leaner than strip bacon, which comes from the fattier pork belly. Because Canadian bacon slices are round, they are the right … Read more
American people think of Canadian bacon as being more like ham than regular bacon (via Kitchn). Its cut from a cured pork loin, which may or may not have been smoked. Canadian bacon is leaner than strip bacon, which comes from the fattier pork belly. Because Canadian bacon slices are round, they are the right … Read more
Crispy, smoky, salty bacon is one of life’s simple pleasures. When you bite into a perfectly cooked strip of bacon, you get an explosion of flavor and texture in your mouth. That’s why bacon makes such a tasty addition to sandwiches, burgers, salads, and more. Chick-fil-A is well known for having delicious bacon on their … Read more