The New BLA: “Help me! I Love Bacon!”

There are many people who are not even sure what the purpose of the group is, and who can blame them? A name like Bacon Lovers Anonymous can easily be misunderstood. It is not for the lovers of bacon to get together and share their love of bacon. No. It is for those in the world which are truly addicted to bacon, and need help to quit their habit.
No one is really sure as to who is behind the new BLA, and are not sure whether to take their announcements seriously. The group was founded by a Mr. Ba Kon from South Korea. Mr. Ba Kon created the BLA so that he could find other bacon lovers, who suffered from their love of bacon, much like he himself does.
“It's horrible,” Mr. Ba Kon explained, “My neighbors always complain about the smell of bacon in the morning, and I'm upset they don't share my love of bacon.”  He added that he realized he was burdening the neighborhood with his habit, and is actively seeking out others, so that they may help each other curb their desires for the tasty breakfast food.
Well, I love bacon, but I don't really see it as a big problem. But then again, I only eat bacon once in a blue moon, so it really isn't a problem for me. It's good to see that there is a group out there for you, if you feel that you cannot control your achin' for bacon.

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Find a Club for Your Bacon Passion

If you enjoy your bacon, one way to make sure you get to try all of the different varieties available is to join a bacon club.  There are many different kinds of clubs for bacon enthusiasts.  Finding one that fits your likes and desires may not be as hard as it seems.  Even if you cannot find a club, I am sure that you know enough people that love bacon, that you may even be able to start one of your own.

One of the more popular types of clubs is the bacon of the month club.  This type of club is less about getting together with other bacon enthusiasts and more about being able to sample a wide range of bacons.  As a member of a bacon of the month club, you will receive different varieties of bacon each month.  Some you may have had, but others will be exotic blends, which use different curing methods, different smoking flavors, or just different flavors in general.  Bacon of the month clubs are a great way to expand your bacon palate.

The other popular type of club is one where people actually get together at meetings or social events to share their bacon recipes, styles, and favorites.  It may not seem like there would be many of these clubs, but you might be surprised at how many people take their bacon seriously.  If you like to experiment with different bacon techniques this may be the type of club you want to seek out.  You can gain a vast amount of knowledge concerning the intricacies of superior bacon skills by joining a group of bacon lovers.

If you get excited about the possibilities that bacon offers, or you just want to be able to try styles of bacon not available in your area, joining a bacon club is a great way to get started on your bacon educational journey.You Had Me at Bacon

I Love Bacon and There Isn’t Anything You Can Do About It

Bacon is delicious.  It almost feels like we could end this right there.  That one simple statement tells the story for millions of us.  But we cannot stop there, because there is more to it.  As a much as I love bacon I know it is not the most healthy thing for me to be eating.  It is hard to admit, but it is true.  In fact, I have actually cut back on my bacon consumption.  It was not easy, but it was something we all have to do sometimes, that or we end up paying the piper.  In this case, the piper would be the cardiologist.  So what can you do to still enjoy bacon and minimize the risks of poor health?

First, we should get something clear I am not going to tell you to eat turkey bacon, or low sodium bacon, or any of those other fake bacons.  What I am talking about is straight from the pig, high fat, bad for you bacon.  It is the only kind a self respecting bacon lover will eat.  So, here is how I enjoy my daily dose of bacon, and still keep my doctors at bay.  First, if you are going to eat the bacon that you love so much, you need to do it in moderation.  It is easy to sit down and eat the whole pound, but you have to stop doing that or you will be flat on your back clutching your chest before you turn 50.  Next, you need to cut out some of the other unhealthy foods in your diet.  Bacon takes away an awful lot of your cheating points.  Enjoying your bacon means making sacrifices everywhere else.  Finally get out and get some exercise.  Make sure to keep that ticker, tickin’.  You know what bacon grease looks like after it has been sitting in a pan for an hour; well that is what it is doing inside you too.  The only way to keep those arteries unclogged and still enjoy delicious bacon, is to get out there and get your heart rate up, and no your heart racing right before the bacon hits your lips does not count.

I love bacon, and I should not have to deprive myself of something that has been a staple of our diet, and our parent’s diet, and their parent’s diet just because a few doctors say it is not good for you.  Ok so there is more than a few.  The point is, bacon is just like everything else, if you eat it in moderation, it is not going to kill you.  Please enjoy your bacon, but do it responsibly.

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Give the Gift of Bacon

Did you know that there are literally thousands of bacon products available for purchase?  It almost seems unreal.  Are there really that many people who love bacon enough to want bacon flavored mayonnaise?  The answer is a resounding yes, and truth be told, I already knew that when my mouth started watering at the thought of a BLT with bacon and bacon flavored mayo.  So, what exactly can you get that is bacon, but isn’t really bacon?

We cannot list everything here, because that would take days, and an awful lot of space.  Not to mention you would quit reading it at some point anyway.  But here are some of the more unique faux bacon products we found.

Did you know that you could get band-aids shaped and detailed like bacon?  Well, you can.  So the next time you cut yourself in the kitchen, you can wrap that wound up with a bacon aid.  Just stay away from the dog, or that cut might turn into a missing finger in a hurry.

Another product we found that was both highly amusing, and would be appreciated by a true bacon lover, was bacon-flavored mints.  I cannot vouch for the taste of these mints, but even if they were horrible, they would make a great gag gift for the bacon lover in your life.

If you have been looking for bacon-inspired gifts for the person in you life that cannot get enough bacon, visit us online and see the wide range of bacon gifts we have available.


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Before You Freeze That Bacon Make Sure It’s Sealed Properly

Do you buy bacon in bulk?  Many people often wonder if freezing bacon will ruin its’ true flavor.  There is no simple answer to that question.  Many variables exist when discussing maintaining the quality of frozen bacon.  However, there are steps you can take to make sure that your frozen bacon tastes as delicious after you thaw it, as it would have if you cooked it the day you bought it.

One of the biggest reasons that any meat looses its quality when frozen is due to improper freezer packaging.  You likely have some experience with freezer burn, and know the havoc it can cause on everything in your freezer.  One way to avoid the same disaster to your bacon is to make sure that you have a properly sealed package.  If you bought your bacon in a sealed package at your local grocer, you can probably throw the bacon in the freezer as is.  However, if you bought straight from the butcher or deli counter, it will serve you well to take the time to make sure that your bacon is placed in a sealed and airtight storage container prior to freezing it.  Freezer burn is the most common reason for good bacon to be ruined.

If you buy bacon in bulk, it may be a good idea to invest in an airtight food sealer.  Giving your packages an airtight vacuum seal is a great way to ensure that your bacon is safe in the freezer for months to come.  If you are interested in learning more about the storage options available to you, visit us at online.  You can find an entire selection of bacon related kitchenware, including bacon-freezing solutions.


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Bacon Themed T’s Make the Perfect Gift

Bacon gifts are great for any occasion.  Well, as long as you are giving them to someone that likes bacon.  There are so many possibilities to give to the bacon lover.  The gifts I choose to give my pork loving friends tend to be something that will last a littler longer.  I know that a couple of pounds of bacon would go over well, but as soon as it is gone, that is it.  No more bacon, no more present.

Instead, I like to give bacon gifts that allow someone to show off their love of bacon, and bacon themed t-shirts are one of the best ways to do that.  There are t-shirts that will fit any bacon lover’s style.  From “got bacon” to, “I love bacon” and even funny ones like “I’d be a vegetarian if bacon grew on trees.”  T-shirts really do offer an endless supply of bacon themed slogans and sayings.  Even if you are not able to find one that suites your bacon lover, you can always have one custom made with a saying of your choosing.  Getting your bacon lover a t-shirt is a great way to not only get a good laugh out of them, but also to show them that you really did put some thought into buying a gift that matches their personality.

If you have yet to find the perfect gift for the bacon lover in your life, visit us online.  We have a vast selection of bacon gifts and products so you can show your bacon aficionado that you really do know them as well as you think you do.  

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