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Recipe: Garlic Bacon

Posted on March 19, 2020 by Burnt My Fingers

Garlic bacon is exactly what we need in times like these. We stole it from Food52, who stole it from Chrissy Teigen. Only change we’ve made is to double the garlic. Makes 1 or 2 servings, but it’s easy to … Continue reading →

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Bacon vs Pork Belly

Posted on February 11, 2019 by Burnt My Fingers

Bacon vs pork belly… which is better? You’d think pork belly is the superior product because of the recent climb in prices. Thanks to its popularity as an appetizer and in ramen, pork belly has risen in price from a … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Bacon Fat

Posted on March 27, 2018 by Burnt My Fingers

Many dishes (especially beans) benefit from a tablespoon or two of Bacon Fat, aka Bacon Grease. But, like pita, bacon fat is one of those ubiquitous ingredients it’s hard to find a recipe for. Problem solved. Makes 4 T, which … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Maple Bacon Squash

Posted on October 27, 2017 by Burnt My Fingers

I used delicata for my maple bacon squash, but butternut, acorn or kabocha would work as well. You could also cut the squash into cubes and drizzle the bacon grease/butter/maple syrup on top. A just-rich-enough accompaniment to grilled chicken or … Continue reading →

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Tactical Bacon… the perfect holiday gift, but for whom?

Posted on December 16, 2014 by Burnt My Fingers

Looking for the ideal Christmas gift for the person who has everything but hope? Tactical bacon, or tac-bac, may fit the bill. You get 9 oz in a $20 can which, since it’s already cooked, is in line with supermarket … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Bacon Croutons

Posted on November 4, 2014 by Burnt My Fingers

Bacon croutons… got a problem with that? The key is to use very dry cubes of bread so they become glazed with the oil rather than sopping it up. Dedicated to my college girlfriend Nerissa who used to feed me … Continue reading →

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Bacon Brittle!

Posted on January 31, 2014 by Burnt My Fingers

In the closing moments of last week’s Fancy Food Show, as I scoured the aisles for anything significant I may have missed, I popped a random treat into my mouth and my eyes went wide: Bacon Brittle! I love bacon … Continue reading →

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