This Is How To Find and Store The Best Bacon...

If you have been looking for the best bacon you're in luck. In this article we are going to tell you how to find and store all the yummy bacon you could ever want.
 
Bacon Selectin' - What Makes good bacon?
When looking for bacon on important thing to pay attention to is the fat to meat ratio. Good bacon should have thin lines of colorful meat divided by rich white streaks of fat. This fat separating the meat will help give the bacon it's tender juicy flavor when cooked. Some people don't like as much fat, but generally, the fattier the bacon, the better it will be.  Added flavoring also has something to do with the final flavor of the bacon as well. I like to go with bacon that is rubbed with spices or has not been smoked. I personally prefer thick sliced peppercorn style bacon. When cooked, it's gets crispy but retains it's great flavors because of the thick slices and great fat content.  Before buying, always make sure you check the expiration date on your bacon - no one wants a fridge full of spoiled meat.

Bacon Storin'
One important thing to know about bacon is that due to the high fat content, freezing does not help extend the shelf life too far beyond the expiration date. This happens because the salt in bacon makes the fat spoil even while in the freezer. If you buy bacon in bulk, you can easily break it down in to smaller packages and wrap them in aluminum foil. When wrapping, make sure they are especially tight to prevent freezer burn.
If you buy bacon as a slab, you could make sure you wrap it very tightly and buy it as fresh as possible if you want a longer shelf life. When it's wrapped tight, you could easily keep it a few weeks in the refrigeratImage via Wikipediaor with no problems.
Now that you know how to find and store the best bacon you should never be baconless again. 


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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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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 - 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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The Bacon Song

 
I think an artist named Junior Redwood says it best. He created a song about bacon and here’s how it goes:

You’re good in the morning, You’re good at night

You’re good off a fork, Or cut up with a knife

You’re good on pizza, And you’re good plain

The way you smell sometimes, Drives me insane

Mmm Bacon

I love you and need you in my life

Mmm Bacon

You make me feel alright

Some call you fat, But to me you’re lean

Just one pound of you girl, Is the best thing I’ve ever seen

You’re good with a pancake, You’re good with an egg

I need you now, Don’t make me beg

You’re in my heart, And you clog my veins

Someday you’ll cause me, Some sweet chest pains

We may die young, But we’ll die free

And if I die from you, I’ll know you died for me

Mmm Bacon

I won’t think twice

You are my life

To me, all bacon is the best bacon and should be enjoyed by all!

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Let's Talk Bacon

      What does it take for you to say “wow that was the best bacon ever!”  Thousands of people dedicate their precious time to rating bacon on all kinds of levels.  Let’s take a look at some.
 
•    For those who love the cookouts, hot sun, swimming and firing up the grill…there is beer battered bacon.  They say it is potently delicious.  By marinating the bacon in a beer of choice overnight and then grilling it, makes for enormous crunch and flavor.

•    Like sweet and spicy at the same time?  Try the Teriyaki and Pineapple bacon. The Teriyaki glaze is swept over the bacon strips while the Pineapple is laid across during grilling time.

•    Some like lots of spice!  If so, you’ll love the Jamaican Jerk Bacon.  It is loaded with the jerk seasoning that will most certainly give you a kick!

•    Burn baby burn…a sweet and dangerous treat is the mango-habanero bacon.  The mango glaze is drizzled on top while slices of habaneros are placed on top while baking.

•    Then there is the Sunday morning, muffin eating with a side of bacon, bacon.  This is the blueberry butter bacon.  A few squares of butter with blueberry are tossed on top while baking sure makes this go perfect with your breakfast.

•    What about dessert?  Well, you could always cook up your best lean bacon and dip it in chocolate!

Oh Yeah!



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