Bacon is a breakfast staple loved by many for its smoky, salty, fatty flavor. When cooking breakfast for a crowd or meal prepping recipes that call for bacon, it’s helpful to know how many rashers you get per kilogram. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know to figure out the rasher … Read more
As a complete protein source, bacon has all nine essential amino acids and is a good source of protein. Low in carbohydrates, a slice of bacon has three grams of protein and zero carbohydrates. It is a low-carb and low-glycemic food making it ideal for incorporating in low-carb diets. Bacon is high in fat and … Read more
Turkey bacon has become a popular lower-fat and lower-sodium alternative to traditional pork bacon. Its smoky, salty flavor adds richness to everything from breakfast sandwiches to burgers and salads. But like regular bacon, it’s perishable and has a limited shelf life once opened. So how long is turkey bacon good for after opening the package? … Read more
Turkey bacon has become a popular lower-fat and lower-calorie alternative to traditional pork bacon. But if you’ve ever stood puzzled in the deli aisle you may wonder just how many slices make up 2 ounces. The number of slices per ounce can vary quite a bit based on the thickness of the cut and preparation … Read more
The Wendy’s Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger is a fan favorite that has been on the menu for decades. This tasty sandwich packs a lot of flavor into a small package, making it a go-to choice for Wendy’s customers looking for an affordable but satisfying meal. In this article we’ll take a closer look at exactly what … Read more
Ok, this is bit of a fake title. Kate wrote a blog post a while ago about what 100g of vegetables looks like. It has been our most-read blog post. I was asked to write and take pictures for a meat edition. I only do my shopping once a week, so there isn’t a different … Read more
Bacon is not a health food, lets just come right out of the gate owning that. It is likely that even the “healthiest” bacon will have more fat and sodium than most other meats and plant-based foods that are similar. That said, enjoyed in smaller quantities and without frequency, bacon is pretty great stuff. It … Read more
There is no secret recipe for the best home-cured bacon. Its all about the meat. Get the best and freshest pork belly, season it with salt and pepper, vacuum seal it, and put it in the fridge. Two-three weeks later, you will have the best bacon youve ever had. Commercial bacon producers use pumping as … Read more
It’s easy to bake bacon in the oven because you don’t have to flip it or use a wire rack. With a baking sheet, you can make a lot of bacon for a lot of people, and you don’t have to use your hands to do anything else while the bacon cooks. Cooking thick sliced … Read more
It only takes less than 10 minutes to make bacon in the air fryer, and it’s much healthier than cooking it on the stove or in the oven. There are different parts of pork that can be used to make bacon, like the loin or the ribs. Bacon is usually made from the belly. Bacon … Read more