Peameal bacon, also known as Canadian bacon, is a beloved breakfast meat praised for its lean yet robust flavor. Its texture is slightly chewy, and it has a signature sweet and salty taste from the cornmeal coating. But what if you don’t use up all the peameal bacon after defrosting it? Is it safe to … Read more
Is Turkey Bacon Vegan? What You Need to Know Turkey bacon has become an increasingly popular alternative to regular pork bacon. Some people choose turkey bacon because they think it is a healthier option, while others opt for turkey bacon because they don’t eat pork for religious reasons. But is turkey bacon actually vegan? As … Read more
Is there really anyone who doesn’t like cheese and bacon rolls? Salty bacon bits, stringy mozzarella, and super soft bread—it doesn’t get much better than that. The only thing that makes this recipe a little different is that it calls for sweet milk bread instead of white bread. This gives the rolls a much softer … Read more
About 3% of Americans have gout, an inflammatory form of arthritis that makes one or more joints hurt, stiff, and swell. Gout is different from osteoarthritis because it is caused by uric acid crystals building up inside your joint and stopping it from working normally. Uric acid is a natural acid that forms when common … Read more
Bacon bits are a pantry staple in many households. Those crispy salty smoky bits of flavor can instantly elevate salads, potatoes, pasta, and more. But if you’ve ever taken a close look at a container of bacon bits, you may have wondered – how long do these actually last for? Unlike fresh bacon, which needs … Read more
The Pizzazz is a popular rotating oven appliance that is great for quickly cooking frozen pizzas and snacks. But can you also use it to cook bacon? Here is a comprehensive guide on cooking bacon in the Pizzazz, with tips for success and how to avoid potential appliance damage What is the Pizzazz and How … Read more
Learn what you need to know about curing bacon at home. We’ll show you how easy it is to cure meat, give you the tools you need, and answer your most-asked questions about cured bacon. Brandon Sheard from The Farmstead Meatsmith is joining us on the Pantry Chat today. On their homestead in Oklahoma, he … 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
But halal bacon doesn’t have to be made with pork. It can be made with any meat that can be swapped out for bacon. Halal refers to the method used to cure the meat as opposed to the specific type of meat. This means that almost any kind of halal food or halal meat can … Read more
A lot of different kinds of cured pork are available, such as pancetta, lomo, sausage, and dry-cured ham. But two of the most beloved — and divisive — members of the category are Spam and bacon. And even though both were made to make pork last longer, they couldn’t be more different. Bacon has a … Read more
