Cast iron bacon presses are a staple in many kitchens. These simple yet versatile tools allow you to evenly press sandwiches paninis, meats and more to get that nice crispy texture. But like all cast iron cookware, they require some special care and cleaning to keep them in tip-top shape. Cleaning a cast iron bacon … Read more
I took some bacon out of the freezer but didn’t use it all, or I only needed part of the package. Can I freeze the rest? The short answer is yes, you can freeze whole or part of a package of uncooked bacon again. Bacon is a breakfast staple in many households. The smoky, salty … Read more
Dehydrating meat prolongs its shelf life, allowing you to rehydrate it later or enjoy as a dried food. Cooked bacon works well in a dehydrator and makes a protein-packed snack, salad topping or soup ingredient. Dehydrated bacon is also a good item to pack for extended hikes or camping trips. Look for a dehydrator at … Read more
The best and easiest way to cook turkey bacon is in the oven. You’ll get crispy bacon without any drips on the stove. Believe it or not, I went through a long stretch of my life where I didn’t like bacon. I’m not really sure why, but I can definitely tell you that that phase … Read more
Crispy smoky just a little bit sweet – homemade bacon cured with brown sugar is sheer perfection. Skipping the supermarket bacon aisle for DIY bacon is so rewarding, plus you can customize the flavor exactly how you like. I’m going to show you how to use a simple brown sugar cure to turn pork belly … Read more
To make the barbecue sauce: simply combine all the ingredients, taste and season. Brush the bacon chops with about a tablespoon of the barbecue sauce. Set them aside until you are ready to cook them. Reserve the remainder of the barbecue sauce to use when cooking the beans and the chops. To cook the beans: … Read more
All products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission. When I was growing up, there was always a Folgers coffee can of bacon fat in the freezer because my family loved salty pork slabs so much. We were always looking for the best way to cook … Read more
There are times when you need to make a dish quickly for a potluck, get dinner on the table, or just have a strong craving but the protein you planned to use is still frozen. Other times, you need to let it defrost. But when it comes to bacon, you don’t need to wait until … Read more
Dehydrating meat prolongs its shelf life, allowing you to rehydrate it later or enjoy as a dried food. Cooked bacon works well in a dehydrator and makes a protein-packed snack, salad topping or soup ingredient. Dehydrated bacon is also a good item to pack for extended hikes or camping trips. Look for a dehydrator at … Read more
Would you like to know how to air fry bacon in the Ninja Foodi? This is one of our favorite ways to make bacon for breakfast or recipes. In many of our Ninja Foodi recipes, both here and on our YouTube channel, we say that we air fry bacon in the Ninja Foodi before we … Read more