The Best Bacon: Canadian Bacon!

The absolute best bacon I have ever tasted has got to be Canadian bacon. Now I know we may poke fun at our Canadian neighbors, what with the maple syrup, ice, and hockey jokes, but they have really got one thing right.. Canadian bacon!Cover of Canadian Bacon

Canadian bacon goes on everything. You can put it onto a sandwich, hamburger, hotdog, or even a pizza. It can be put into pastas, salads, and goes nicely even on kabobs. As a matter of fact, it's so good that there is even an ode to it.
An Ode to Canadian Bacon
“It tastes great on the barbecue, oven roasted, or fried. When you taste your first bite you will think you have gone to heaven and died. Try it with bean dip and sour cream on top, add in hot peppers, and make your friends eyeballs pop.
It's great for breakfast served with some eggs, or maybe for diner, with a side of frog legs.   
It's awesome for lunch with steamy French fries, or put it on top of some warm apple pies.
Cover it with cheese, slap on some thyme, put it on bread and you're having a good time! 
While bacon is good that much is true, you need to know more, so let me tell you. Canadian Bacon is the best; trust me my friend I do not jest. Head to the store as quick as you can, make yourself a sandwich and head to the den!”
I implore you, if you are looking for the best bacon you've ever tasted, then go out right now and grab yourself some Grade A Canadian Bacon! I guarantee you will not be disappointed.
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How to Buy Bacon

When you are heading to the store to buy bacon, it is extremely important to keep the following two things in mind:
Price
In these tough economic times we are always looking for a way to save money. One should not apply this rule to bacon though. If you head out and purchase the cheapest bacon out there you will likely get sick, as cheap bacon is mostly fat. Yes, believe it or not, it is possible to buy bacon which has more fat in it than normal! While you won't want to go out and purchase the most expensive bacon either, you do need to remember you will get what you pay for.
Color
When you are looking around at the different packages of bacon you will want to choose a package where you can see the bacon clearly. You want to be able to see the bacon, so that you can properly judge its color. Bacon is usually that nice pinky-red color, and if it deviates at all from that, you don't want to buy it.  If your package of bacon is mostly white, it clearly has more fat then meat, and won't be providing good value for your money. You will still be paying for it because it is part of the overall weight, but it is not the most nutritious. So, always be sure to check the color of the bacon before heading to the checkout.
If you keep the two things above in mind when you head out to buy bacon, you will be sure to make the right purchase. All that is left to do once you have gotten the bacon back home is to fry it up, and enjoy.
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Best Bacon Products

    If you like Bacon, then you will love these two sizzling bacon products. They are a fun gift for any bacon lover.
Bacon Dome Lunch Box
If you are a true bacon enthusiast, then you will not want to miss the opportunity to own one of these fabulous lunch boxes. They are crafted of the finest materials and look exactly like they are made out of bacon. They are a normal sized lunch box and can fit in a decent sized lunch.
This makes an excellent gift, and with a price tag of only $16.99 plus S+H you really can't afford to NOT get one for that special bacon aficionado or become the envy of all your friends at school or work, and show off this stylish Bacon Dome Lunch Box!
Bacon Salt
This has got to be the best invention since sliced bread! Do you hate it when you have to eat some boring old boiled broccoli the wife has put in front of you? Well worry no more! Now, with amazing bacon salt, you can make that nasty, dull broccoli taste exactly like bacon. While it certainly won't do anything about the texture of the vile stuff, it will make the broccoli taste like something good for a change, and you will be able to eat a whole plate of it.
Bacon Salt is also a good thing to take along when you go to fast food places when the quality of their ketchup is awful. Simply sprinkle some Bacon salt onto those ordinary French fries, and presto! They become Bacon Fries!
These two bacon products were voted “bacon products of the year” and are the top bacon gift picks for the upcoming holiday season.
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The Many Faces of the Bacon Club

 One of my favorite sandwiches in the world has got to be a turkey and bacon club. The mouth watering appeal of juicy turkey topped with crispy, salty, bacon is something to marvel at. It is an ingenious little sandwich all on its own, but add in these tasty alternatives for a bit of a change.
Add a Bit of Mayo
Mayo and a Bacon Club go together like no other combo out there. This is a true classic; mixing the crunchy bacon texture with the creaminess of the mayonnaise.  This is most definitely one of my all time favorites.
Avocado and Brie
Want to give your club a bit of a west coast twist? Try adding some fresh avocado and Brie cheese atop it. The creamy coolness of the avocado and the yummy bite of the Brie make this a tasty California flair.
Lettuce, Tomato, and Ranch
The old BLT! Add some fresh crispy lettuce and ripe juicy tomatoes, then, drizzle just a bit of ranch dressing across the top. Pile it high or just keep it short, either way this delicious all time favorite is sure to please.
Heat It Up
The great thing about turkey and bacon is they just about go with anything you put on them. If you like your sandwiches with a little kick, you can add some sliced jalapeño and Monterey Jack cheese. Top it all off with some sour cream and dill dressing to cool the heat just a bit.
No matter your taste, there is sure to be a combo here that will work for you. Give one a try or try them all. They will surely give your turkey and bacon club a yummy new twist.
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Unique Gifts for the Holidays

Image via WikipediaThe holidays are fast approaching, and what better way to celebrate than with some unique bacon gifts. Sure it may sound a little weird, but believe me; your family will really appreciate these unusual gifts this year.

It is hard to come up with a truly unique gift for the holidays. Everyone is tired of getting the same old cards, socks, and sweaters. I know for a fact we all have enough black socks. So, why not give a gift which is not only unique, but one which will keep on giving as well?

If your kids don't like to eat their vegetables, give them some bacon salt for Christmas. Now all their vegetables become crunchy bacon! They will always clear their plates, and mom will never be happier. Twofer!

I'm sure you've heard the expression “Wake up and smell the bacon”. Well, now you can wake up to the smell of bacon every day with your very own Bacon Air Freshener. This great gadget makes the perfect gift for dad on those long trips into work.

And, what about for Mom? We certainly haven't forgotten her. It can sometimes be a pain to carry around all that loose change when shopping, but with a Sizzling Bacon Coin Purse, mom will never need to worry about finding her loose change again!

As you can see, bacon gifts are useful, unique, and fun! There are always new ones coming out, so you will never run out of unique gift ideas. Whether you are looking for a Bacon Tie, Bacon Salt, or even a Bacon Watch, your friends and family will appreciate the thought and effort you put into their gifts this holiday season.

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