- Bacony Turnip Greens And Mash
If you can’t stand to see any food go to waste, then you’ll definitely want to take advantage of this no-waste bacony turnip greens and mash recipe. While many people tend to only use the turnip root itself when working with the vegetable, this recipe puts the entire ingredient to use, including those greens.
Of course, turnips alone aren’t all too exciting, so bacon is here to help enhance the dish. If you’ve ever had collard greens, then the bacony turnip greens part of this recipe is quite similar to that. The turnips themselves are turned into a lovely mash, and when combined, this is an impressive side dish that makes great use of just a few ingredients. All told you’ll need but eight ingredients and about an hour of time to make this recipe, so you don’t have to worry about planning ahead too much to whip up this no-waste side dish.
Recipe: No-Waste Bacony Turnip Greens and Mash
- Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts
Brussels sprouts can be quite the polarizing vegetable, with some people revering their naturally bitter taste and others avoiding it at all costs. Even if you’re not a huge fan of sprouts, you might change your mind after trying this maple bacon Brussels sprouts recipe. This recipe is successful at turning non-believers into sprout lovers because it helps tamper that bitter flavor without completely hiding it. The maple syrup adds a touch of sweetness while the bacon adds some richness and meatiness to the dish, and all together, this is a sweet-salty-bitter flavor combo that works quite well.
Aside from the delicious flavors in this recipe, it’s also an easy one to throw together on even the most hectic of weeknights. Your oven will do most of the work, so all you have to do is trim the sprouts and toss them with the bacon, syrup, and seasonings. You don’t even have to cook the bacon beforehand — it will crisp up as it cooks in the oven alongside the Brussels sprouts.
- Maple-Smoked Bacon
We have to be upfront with this recipe — it’s definitely not ideal for those who are craving bacon right here, right now. No, this recipe requires a decent amount of patience — we’re talking days’ worth of curing pork belly, then rigging up a makeshift smoker in your oven. There’s some dedication involved here, and a strong hankering for maple-smoked bacon doesn’t hurt, either. But if you have the patience and ingenuity, then the sweet, smoky, salty bacon is most certainly worth the wait.
The easy part of this recipe is that it doesn’t require any fancy tools or ingredients. You will need to find some maple wood chips and turn a cast-iron skillet into a smoker in the oven, but otherwise, patience is the only real challenge with this recipe. Once you’ve jumped through the hurdles and have perfectly crisp, smoky bacon, the possibilities are endless. You can’t go wrong enjoying the bacon as-is, though this bacon would also be a welcome addition to a BLT, providing flavors that make the classic sandwich a little more exciting than what grandma used to make.
- Sweet Potato Casserole with Bacon
It’s no secret that bacon pairs well with russet potatoes, but what about sweet potatoes? Unsurprisingly, the two are a winning duo, as proven by this sweet potato casserole with bacon recipe. Ideal for holiday side dishes or as a simple addition to any dinner table, this casserole is a little bit sweet, creamy, cheesy, and ultra-savory.
This is the type of recipe that involves making each component separately and then combining them into one toward the end. You’ll start by baking the bacon until crisp, boiling the sweet potatoes, then turning them into sweet mashed potatoes. Then you’ll grab your casserole dish and combine the elements with a sprinkle of Gruyere cheese for added decadence.
- Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp
Shrimp is one of the most versatile types of seafood out there. You can dress prawns up, a la shrimp scampi, or you can dress them down and serve as-is with cocktail sauce. They can be as minimal or as impressive as you want to make them; and, if you’re inclined to go the impressive route, then this bacon-wrapped shrimp recipe won’t disappoint.
If there’s one way to improve shrimp, an already delicious food, it would certainly be to wrap it in bacon. And this recipe does just that, pairing the bacon-wrapped shrimp with a simple but delicious maple syrup and cayenne pepper spread. These shrimp are salty, fishy, savory, sweet, and a little bit spicy — we dare you to find another four-ingredient appetizer that effortlessly covers as many flavor profiles as that.
- Bacon Fat Hash Browns
If you’ve ever cooked bacon on the stovetop before, then you’re likely very familiar with that thick layer of fat that it leaves behind — something that many people tend to just discard. Well, this hash browns recipe puts both the bacon and the leftover grease to good use; after cooking the bacon, you’ll leave the fat in the pan and cook the potatoes in it for added richness.
Ideal for those on the search for a perfect breakfast or brunch recipe, these hash browns are guaranteed to please the whole family. They’re more like home fries, so you can count on hearty chunks of potatoes, onion, and peppers throughout. Of course, we can’t forget about the actual bacon, which shines here. Even if you don’t get a chunk of actual bacon in every bite, you’ll still taste that salty goodness throughout the dish thanks to the bacon fat.
- Broccoli Bacon Brussels Salad
When we think of bacon-infused recipes, it’s easy to picture opulent dishes that really hone in on decadence. Less frequently do we consider the pork featured in a bright green dish, but that doesn’t mean that such dishes don’t exist — take, for example, this broccoli bacon Brussels salad. It’s bright, green, and bursting with freshness. Of course, salads can be a bit boring on their own, but that’s where the bacon comes in handy.
For those looking for an easy lunch option or a quick dinner side dish, this salad is the ideal option. You’ll slice the broccoli into small chunks and shave the Brussels sprouts then ultimately enjoy the veggies raw, so no need to stress over cooking those. The only cooking involved here is with the bacon, but because you’ll start with chopped bacon, it will crisp up in a skillet in a matter of minutes.
