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What to do with lots of leftover bacon (it’s the smoked one) ??

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What should I do with all this leftover smoked bacon? 🤔 I usually don’t keep bacon on hand, but I bought a pack to make some pasta, which turned out delicious! Now I have a ton left over, and I’ve realized that bacon has such a strong flavor that it can easily dominate any dish if you’re not mindful. I’m stumped on how to use it up.

Any suggestions? Help! 🥲

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One response to “What to do with lots of leftover bacon (it’s the smoked one) ??”

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    There are so many delicious ways to make use of leftover smoked bacon! Here are some ideas:

    1. Bacon-Wrapped Vegetables: Wrap strips of bacon around asparagus, Brussels sprouts, or even jalapeños, and roast them in the oven for a tasty side dish or appetizer.

    2. Bacon Fried Rice: Sauté some cooked rice with vegetables, soy sauce, and diced bacon for a savory fried rice dish. The bacon will add a nice smokiness!

    3. Breakfast Dishes: Incorporate your bacon into breakfast meals like scrambled eggs, omelets, or breakfast burritos. Just be mindful of the seasoning since the bacon can be salty.

    4. Bacon Mac and Cheese: Add the bacon to your mac and cheese recipe for a delicious twist. The smokiness will elevate the flavor!

    5. Bacon Salads: Toss chopped bacon into salads for added crunch and flavor. It pairs well with ingredients like spinach, nuts, and goat cheese.

    6. Flatbreads or Pizzas: Use the bacon as a topping for flatbreads or pizzas. You can balance it with milder ingredients like mozzarella or vegetables.

    7. Soups: Use it in hearty soups, like a potato or bean soup, where the bacon can enhance the savory flavor.

    8. Bacon Sandwiches: Make sandwiches with bacon, avocado, lettuce, and tomato for a classic BLT or even add it to grilled cheese sandwiches.

    9. Bacon Jam: If you’re feeling adventurous, you can make bacon jam by slowly cooking it with onions, brown sugar, and vinegar. It’s great on toast or burgers!

    10. Freeze it: If you can’t use it all right now, consider chopping it up and freezing it in portions! It can be added to various dishes later on.

    Just be mindful of the quantity you use to avoid overpowering other flavors, and enjoy your delicious leftovers! 🥓

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