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Of course you’re here for the bacon recipes! We have so many, plus bonus recipes and ideas to choose from! Can we ever get enough bacon? Renee’ used to say that bacon is her “favorite vegetable” but of course that’s just a delightful delusion.
Bacon is an extremely popular meat that delights every single sense. That’s why bacon recipes are great recipes to try if you want to take in the wafting smoke, feel the crunch, hear the sizzle, admire the beautiful slices curling up in the cast iron skillet, and, of course, taste the goodness that is bacon. Recipes with bacon are fan favorites for every kind of meal as well.
We created this snappy snack of Bacon Crackers—a combo of smoky bacon, buttery crackers and brown sugar. Totally addictive.
How To Cook Bacon In The Oven
America seems to have a love affair with sexy, luscious bacon, so let’s satisfy your every need and learn how to cook bacon in the oven—together. We’ve also got cooking times and temps for your favorite kinds of bacon, great tips for the best cooked bacon, and more!
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How To Cook Bacon In An Air Fryer
Yes, you can cook bacon in an air fryer. The pros are that you won’t use as much energy and the bacon will come out far crispier than if you cooked it in the oven.
How To Cook Bacon In The Microwave
Learning how to cook bacon in the microwave is something that I highly recommend. If you cook bacon in the microwave properly, you’ll only have one thing, and one thing only: the “crispylicious” kind!
How To Cook Turkey Bacon
Listen, I get that turkey bacon is not the same thing as regular bacon; however, you can prepare it to be as crispy as regular bacon. I also love adding it to my BLTs, cold sandwiches, and even salads.
Bacon Jerky
What’s breakfast without a crunchy bacon? Find out how to make bacon jerky that can spice up your breakfast, anytime, anywhere.
Cheddar Bacon Ranch Biscuits
That’s where these Cheddar Bacon Ranch Biscuits come in—crispy center-cut bacon, shredded cheese and ranch seasoning. Starting with frozen Grands Biscuits, this is truly an easy biscuit recipe for a lazy weekend breakfast or a last-minute brunch.
Bacon Maple Butter
Nothing says “holiday season” quite like the delicious combination of sweet maple syrup and salty, crispy bacon—oh, and butter! This Maple Bacon Compound Butter recipe is the perfect balance of flavors that will elevate any meal, from breakfast toast to dinner rolls.
How To Make The Perfect BLT
A BLT is basic, easy to make, and it should be something that you can whip up in your kitchen anytime you’re craving a good sandwich. Biting into a perfectly constructed BLT sandwich will give you THE perfect bite because you get a little bit of everything!
Mini BLT Sandwiches
This is our mini bacon, lettuce and tomato (BLT!) sandwich and not only is it adorable but it is also quite delicious. These are perfect to serve at a party such as a Super Bowl Party or a tea party.
Chicken Spinach Wraps
This delicious and healthy chicken wrap recipe is a great choice for a quick lunch or a light dinner, or a filling snack.
Bacon Crackers
Snappy, sweet, and savory all at once, this simple bacon crackers recipe has flavor built into every bite. It’s basically candied bacon, served up on the side of a meal.
Bacon Deviled Eggs
Today’s option is deviled eggs with bacon and white cheddar cheese. It turns out that bacon makes deviled eggs quite a delight.
Cheese Ball Recipe With Bacon
Imagine this with us: creamy cheese, smoky bacon, and spicy jalapeño. This recipe is really easy to make and will impress and delight your friends and family when you serve it to them.
Pencil Cheese Ball
If you are looking for a back to school snack to celebrate the kiddos new adventure, here’s an easy cheeseball recipe that is as fun to make as it is to eat. It looks cute but it’s also full of flavor!
Crack Dip
The moment you have some of this creamy, cheesy dip, you’ll want more. Crack dip is a simple, creamy dip made out of sour cream, cream cheese, shredded cheese, Ranch dressing seasoning, bacon, and spices.
Bacon & Fresh Green Onion Dump Dip
This easy cream cheese, bacon, and green onion dump dip with the sweet fruity topping of your choice make an appetizer your guests will crave!
Brick Cheese Dip
This is a cheese dip that is made with goat cheese, ricotta cheese and brick cheese.
Bacon And 3-Cheese Stuffed Mini Sweet Peppers
If you’re looking for a great appetizer to try at your next dinner party, this stuffed mini sweet peppers recipe is a perfect choice.
Air Fryer Loaded Cheese Fries
Crispy fries, gooey cheese, and crunchy bacon—these Air Fryer Loaded Cheese Fries are the ultimate comfort food! No deep frying needed—just pop frozen fries in the air fryer, load them up with cheese, bacon, and your favorite toppings, and enjoy.
Bacon Cheddar Smashed Potatoes
If you’re craving something cheesy, crispy, and loaded with bacon — but without spending hours in the kitchen — these Bacon Cheddar Smashed Potatoes are about to become your new obsession. They’ve got all the flavor of potato skins but without the hassle.
Loaded Mashed Potatoes
This loaded mashed potato casserole is rich, decadent, and always the first dish to vanish at potlucks or holiday spreads. Loaded mashed potatoes are buttery, creamy mashed potatoes that have loads of cheddar cheese, sour cream, bacon pieces and green onions (or chives) folded in.
Twice-Baked Potatoes
Potatoes are such a wonderful comfort food, and this twice-baked potato recipe is just one way to elevate this simple vegetable to a flavor-packed delight everyone will love. With smoky crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar and more, we think you’ll love it too.
Loaded Twice Baked Fingerling Potatoes
The potatoes are roasted to perfection first, then topped with a rich mixture of mashed potatoes, crispy bacon, and green onions, and finally topped with melted cheddar cheese for an irresistible finish. Serve these loaded potatoes at your next dinner party or family gathering and watch them disappear!
Texas Roadhouse Green Beans (Copycat)
If you have ever been to Texas Roadhouse you know how divine their green beans are. This recipe starts with cans of cut green beans with a handful of additional ingredients, like cooked bacon, onion, garlic, and a bit of sugar, so it’s just enough cooking time for the flavors to meld.
Creamy Broccoli Salad
This crunchy yet creamy broccoli salad is a yummy side dish for any meal. Consider taking this to your next potluck and you will be the hit of the event.
Grilled Vidalia Onions
For this recipe, you will need your oven AND your grill, but I promise the delectable flavor of sweet, succulent and soft Vidalia onion with the smoky bacon and garlic butter “sauce” in the middle will make any steak you throw on the grill SING.
Potato And Bacon Soup (With Velveeta Cheese)
This Velveeta soup is so creamy and cheesy and it even has bacon in it. This soup may quickly become your family favorite.
Crack Chicken
This slow-cooker recipe can be served as a sandwich, dipping for chips, or even top baked potatoes. It is made with shredded chicken, crispy bacon, ranch seasoning, and melted gooey cheese.
Skillet Bacon Cheeseburger Tortellini
This Skillet Bacon Cheeseburger Tortellini is proof that weeknight cooking doesn’t have to be complicated. Crisp bacon scattered over the top ensures every forkful is smoky, rich, and satisfying.
The bottom line
So we’ve come to the end of this epic list of bacon recipes: The Good, The Better, and THE BEST. Have you already picked out a couple? If nothing suited your fancy and you are looking for the simplest way to get a totally craveable bacon appetizer on the table, this is Andi’s Dump Dip. (Scroll down to the recipe card.)
With plenty of crumbled bacon, dump jam or preserves, chopped green onion, and a package of cream cheese on a plate, set out crackers alongside or carrot sticks, and your guests will rave. RAVE, I tell you. Pro Tip: You can’t possibly use too much bacon in it.
