What to Look for When Buying Bacon

One time I was asked what was the best bacon to buy.  I really wasn’t sure how to answer.  It really depends on what you like.  The best is the one that you find the most delicious.  There are all kinds of bacon choices available to you.  So which one should you buy?

Personally, I find one of the most important things to look for when buying bacon is the fat to meat ratio.  This really comes down to personal preference, and there is not a sticker on the packaging that says for every ounce of meat, there is a half ounce of fat. I do not care for my bacon to be too lean, but at the same time, I am also not a huge fan of buying bacon that is mostly fat.  Let’s face it, bacon has a lot of fat and it can start to get expensive.  In order to get the most value and taste for your dollar, you want to select bacon that has a good amount of meat, but a solid strip of fat running along the side.  The fat actually helps cook the bacon, and keep it from sticking to your pans; it also gives it the addicting flavor that keeps us running back for more.

If you would like to learn more about all the available types of bacon, and which is the best bacon to buy, visit us at www.bacongifts.com to find more information.  We offer a wide selection of bacon gifts including recipe books, how-to books, kitchen utensils, and any other bacon related product you could image.  If you love bacon, you will be sure to find something that catches your eye.

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Bacon - Corner your delectable tastes and fry up the aroma

          A number of bacon products exist in the markets today that corner your appetite for the taste and savory pieces of bacon.   If there is one food to worship on this Earth, it’s bacon.  Nothing can beat that smoky aroma in the saucepan sizzling.  Food bloggers every where are insane about bacon.  There is even a shop in Delaware that sells bacon flavored ice cream by the gallons.  I say bring it on!

Are you somebody who brings their lunch to work?  Good for you.   Why not take along your bacon rounded lunchbox? Yes, it is designed with delicious fried bacon strips.  After your lunch is over reach into your purse and continue the lingering flavor with your special pack of seasoned toothpicks.  And perk up the lunch room and pass them around to your co- workers and invite them into the world of bacon.
 
And for the mid day snack dip into your handy pack of bacon seasoned gum or mints.  Bacon products and novelties are great for house warming gifts, birthdays and for everyday use.  So introduce to your friends and family to the world of bacon, its clubs, its gifts, its fabulous taste and flavor.  And don’t forget bacon can be paired with wine, cheese, potatoes and pasta.  
  



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A Bacon Club – Join and Enjoy, It's International

          Considering a membership with a bacon club?  Yes, they do exist!  An assortment of clubs to choose from is at your disposal with a click of the ole mouse.  Not only do they offer many flavors of the fabulous pig you can pair some fabulous wines with your bacon choice or choose from other items that complement your love of the infamous pork.   Some clubs are exclusive and have minimal trial memberships.
 
What kind of bacon grabs you?  You might be the individual that loves the wonderful flavor of regular medium sliced bacon or one that likes to add a little spice and indulge in a variety of flavors.  Many selections are available when you join pork of the month club.  The varieties of categories are, apple wood smoked Canadian, hickory smoked maple & alder smoked, hickory smoked, jowl & shoulder, pepper and platinum.

Sweets, condiments, jams & jellies, salts & rubs, pastes, savory & sweet appetizers, and even honey are offered with the amazing aromas and taste of bacon.  I once purchased strawberry flavored bacon gum, sounds preposterous doesn’t it?  Well, you ought to have seen the faces when I offered everyone a piece and to their surprise and mine we wafted bubbles and enjoyed every last pop.
 
And don’t forget Fluffy, what dog doesn’t like the curled tail beauty?  Check out the selection, it’s simply swinalicious!
•    Bacon jerky-in shreds and looks like a genuine strip you take off the skillet.
•    Bones-are actual pig bones that go on from the country hog.
•    Miniature ham bones-made from ham stems.
•    Pork dog maxillae-ham bones that have been hickory smoldered
•    Specific t-shirts with “I love bacon”
•    Bacon and cheese bone

I myself like to spice up dishes and entrees and have the ability to try every last one with my membership to my bacon club.

   My club gives me the choice to select from a “bacon is meat candy” menu that refers bacon of the month.   Along with the bacon of the month add to your cart some pancake or waffle mixes, biscuits or jams and make breakfast an out of the pork home run. Find a bacon club today.

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It's Bacon and I Love Bacon

          I love bacon!  And if that’s wrong, sue me!  It is frenzy right now.  Why wouldn’t it be?  It is crunchy, nourishing, mouth drenching and has a deep lingering aroma.  Seriously, bacon has been consumed around the world for centuries; it’s a worldwide enjoyment.

I’m pleased to be a pork-aholic and ya know, there are a lot of great things about bacon.  Seriously, name one other single ingredient that adds the amount of flavor, crunch and pop that bacon does.  On a sandwich, pizza, a sidebar to eggs, crumbled over a salad, think pasta carbonara without bacon – SINFUL.  There is simply no substitute. You can incorporate it into breakfast, lunch, dinner and now, my friend, oh yes, they make bacon infused vodka – soooooooooooo, lets see, is there a bacon martini with your name on it?  Because, believe me, I am sipping on one as I write this.  Simply divine.  Not sure if its healthier to drink or eat bacon, but honestly, moderation is key here.  No reason to deprive yourself of something so utterly delicious, so utterly divine --- it actually makes your taste buds dance.

If you love bacon, like I love bacon --- Go ahead, indulge a little -  after all you have excellent taste~




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Bacon Gifts, of course!

          Bacon gifts, why didn’t I think of this earlier?  Sometimes I find myself stuck when getting people gifts…..Of course , there is always a shirt or sweater, piece of jewelry…you get my drift.  But when seeking something a “little outside the box” without wanting to be too personal i.e. read “boss from hell” here --- or for that friend who always knows exactly what to get people that literally no one else would ever think of --- and I would like to return the favor – I am now turning to the culinary arts.  There are tons of gadgets and cookbooks and spices and seasonings and….well the list goes on and on….But I am totally hooked on giving bacon gifts.  Now, mind you, I have no vegan friends or relatives for that matter, so that makes it an easy decision.  But the world is totally screaming about bacon – with the addition of bacon vodka, bacon gum, bacon is totally the flavor of the month, every month.  This does make gift buying quite a bit easier.  Not only that, there are a plethora of bacon gifts out there.  For instance, the bacon belt, the bacon watch and bacon dental care – yep, bacon floss with some bacon flavored gum….still seeking bacon toothpaste though.

So, the next time you are stuck for a unique and original idea for a gift, go to the place that invokes fond, salivating memories, and grab some bacon gifts, the recipient will love it!


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Bacon - Wrap it, Drape it and Enjoy

     Enjoy the best bacon out there with it wrapped in an all beef smoky!  The crunchy bacon enfolded around the little smoky is packed with a little bit of heaven.  This gem is so simple to make, they will be a staple for all your parties and snacks.  The recipe below will serve 8 – 10 people, but beware you may want to double the recipe once they taste them, they will want more of this simple yet delicious snack that combines the taste of beef smokys and your best bacon..

Bacon Wrapped Smokies
1 lb. of sliced bacon, cut into thirds
1 Package of All Beef Smokies 
Brown sugar - three fourth cups, or to taste

Pre heat oven to 325 degrees

Cut the bacon into thirds, and wrap smokies, secure with toothpicks (you can use your bacon picks if desired!)  Sprinkle with brown sugar, and if you are out, you can drizzle with syrup.  Cook for approximately 30 – 40 minutes
Serve Hot with or without a dipping sauce

What's your best bacon recipe?




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