Year of Bacon: February 2015

One-Bite Wedge Salad With Blue Cheese and Bacon

Photo: John Kernick

Everything's better with bacon. From drinks to dinner to desserts, bacon makes a great addition to almost any recipe.

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Oyster-Bacon Pot Pie

Photo: Hector Sanchez; Styling: Heather Chadduck Hillegas

On the fence about oysters? Consider this Chesapeake Bay-inspired number your gateway dish. This gussied-up riff features a golden puff pastry crown over a creamy, briny filling.

Oyster-Bacon Pot Pie Recipe

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Peas and Kale Salad with Bacon Vinaigrette

Photo: Alison Miksch; Styling: Vanessa McNeil Rocchio

Black-eyed peas and greens are considered lucky in the South, where they're often eaten on New Year's Day. When drizzled with a warm bacon vinaigrette, they're sure to be delicious year-round!

Peas and Kale Salad with Bacon Vinaigrette Recipe

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Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Bacon and Sage

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Claire Spollen

Smoky bacon and salty cheese, such as pecorino Romano, provide the perfect balance to lightly sweet gnocchi in this easy, 5-ingredient entrée.

Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Bacon and Sage Recipe

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Warm Kale Salad with Mussels and Bacon

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Linda Hirst

Kale and bacon make the perfect pairing, especially in this easy, breezy seafood salad. Even in the dead of winter, mussels give us a taste of the saltwater air and summer sunshine.

Warm Kale Salad with Mussels and Bacon Recipe

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The Ultimate Classic Collards

Photo: Alison Miksch; Styling: Heather Chadduck Hillegas

Tangy vinegar brightens the earthy flavors, and a touch of honey rounds out the smoke from the ham hock and bacon.

The Ultimate Classic Collards Recipe

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Cheesy Bacon-and-Two-Onion Tart

Photo: Hector Sanchez; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

This flaky tart makes for an ideal brunch or a light supper served alongside a cup of creamy soup.

Cheesy Bacon-and-Two-Onion Tart Recipe

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Mustard Greens with Yogurt-Parmesan Dressing and Bacon Croutons

Photo: Alison Miksch; Styling: Heather Chadduck Hillegas

Cubed French bread is wrapped in bacon for the ultimate crouton in this satisfying salad.

Mustard Greens with Yogurt-Parmesan Dressing and Bacon Croutons Recipe

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Capellini with Bacon and Bread Crumbs

Friends coming for dinner? This quick recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor and appeal in no time.

Capellini with Bacon and Bread Crumbs Recipe

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Spinach Salad with Bacon and Eggs

Photo: Annabelle Breakey; Styling: Robyn Valarik

You've never had bacon and eggs like this! We love how the ribbons of carrots add a bit of whimsical color through this delicious salad.

Spinach Salad with Bacon and Eggs Recipe

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Bacon-Cheddar Corn Muffins

Photo: David Prince; Styling: Linda Hirst

The sharper the cheddar, the more intense the flavor will be in these delightfully savory muffins.

Bacon-Cheddar Corn Muffins Recipe

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Pasta with Bacon, Squash and Sage

Photo: William Brinson

Whole-grain pasta, winter squash, thick-sliced bacon and fresh sage make this simple and light pasta dish feel fancy.

Pasta with Bacon, Squash and Sage Recipe

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Pea Pancakes with Bacon

Photo: Charles Schiller; Styling: Tara Bench

Savory pancakes? Just trust us on this one. Ditch the syrup for sour cream, extra crispy bacon, and chives on top.

Pea Pancakes with Bacon Recipe

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Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

Photo: Christopher Baker

This 5-ingredient meal features double the pork for double the flavor. Roasted fennel and apricots bring sweetness to an otherwise meaty dish.

Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin Recipe

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Spinach-Bacon Mac and Cheese

Photo: Jennifer Davick, Beth Dreiling Hontzas; Styling: Melanie J. Clarke, Sissy Lamerton

Rotini with a homemade cheese sauce? Bacon, too? Your little ones won't notice they're eating spinach when they dig into this delicious dish.

Spinach-Bacon Mac and Cheese Recipe

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Open-Faced Avocado-Bacon Tuna Melt

Oxmoor House

Boring sandwiches, begone! These open-faced tuna melts will make you rethink lunchtime entirely. Serve with a side of sweet potato fries.

Open-Faced Avocado-Bacon Tuna Melt Recipe

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Bacon and Gorgonzola Cornbread Sliders with Chipotle Mayo

Oxmoor House

Featuring toppings like chipotle mayo, onion rings, and thinly sliced cheddar, these over-the-top cornbread sliders are giving regular burger buns a run for their money.

Bacon and Gorgonzola Cornbread Sliders with Chipotle Mayo Recipe

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Bacon, Leek and Spaghetti Frittata

Photo: Ryan Benyi; Styling: Jen Everett

Extend the life of leftover spaghetti by making a frittata! This one-dish meal makes for a filling brunch dish or a light supper.

Bacon, Leek and Spaghetti Frittata Recipe

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Greens, Beans, and Bacon Soup

Oxmoor House

This hearty soup, which is chock-full of antioxidants and fiber from the kale and beans, pairs well with a crunchy slice of toasted ciabatta.

Greens, Beans, and Bacon Soup Recipe

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Bacon, Pear and Gorgonzola Pizza

Jim Bathie

This pizza hits all the right notes for savory, sweet, and tangy. If you don't want to make your own pizza dough, go ahead and use store-bought crust or even a whole-wheat pita bread.

Bacon, Pear and Gorgonzola Pizza Recipe

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Bacon-Onion Dip

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas; Styling: Mary Beth Wetzel/Zenobia

This appetizing dip boasts minimal prep time and pairs perfectly with assorted fresh vegetables.

Bacon-Onion Dip Recipe

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Broccoli Crunch Salad with Bacon and Currants

Broccoli Crunch Salad with Bacon Currants

This recipe is a riff on the broccoli crunch salad from Whole Foods Market. Easy to make and packed with flavor, it'll soon become your go-to side dish.

Broccoli Crunch Salad with Bacon and Currants Recipe

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Bacon and Egg Breakfast Pizza

Oxmoor House

Bacon, cheese, and potatoes make for tasty toppings on this kid-approved pizza. Reheat leftovers on a griddle or in a skillet over medium heat to get a crisp crust without overcooking the filling.

Bacon and Egg Breakfast Pizza Recipe

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Risotto with Taleggio Cheese and Bacon

Photo: Annabelle Breakey; Styling: Karen Shinto

Taleggio, an Italian soft cheese, gives this risotto a distinctly rustic flavor that goes beautifully with the smokiness of the bacon.

Risotto with Taleggio Cheese and Bacon Recipe

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Bacon Burgers on Brioche Buns

John Kernick

These burgers are crazy, and we mean that in a good way. A mix of ground chuck and sirloin makes them tender and juicy, while roasted onions, thick-cut bacon, and melty brie send them over the top.

Bacon Burgers on Brioche Buns Recipe

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Bacon, Cheddar, and Chive Scones

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas; Styling: Buffy Hargett

Let your scones take a savory turn by adding chopped bacon, cheese and chives. Serve them with breakfast or dinner--the choice is yours!

Bacon, Cheddar, and Chive Scones Recipe

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Bacon-and-Sage-Wrapped Chicken Breasts

Photo: Antonis Achilleos; Styling: Lynn Miller

This take on chicken saltimbocca, an Italian dish where chicken is wrapped in prosciutto and sage, is both delicious and budget-friendly.

Bacon-and-Sage-Wrapped Chicken Breasts Recipe

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Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes with Bacon and Goat Cheese

This is a decadent yet savory way to serve sweet potatoes. Make them ahead and tote them to a potluck or dinner party.

Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes with Bacon and Goat Cheese Recipe

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One-Bite Wedge Salad with Blue Cheese and Bacon

Photo: John Kernick

We've all seen the oversized wedge salads at restaurants, but this figure-friendly version is ideal for cocktail parties and girls' nights in.

One-Bite Wedge Salad with Blue Cheese and Bacon Recipe

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Year of Bacon: February 2015

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Oyster-Bacon Pot Pie

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Peas and Kale Salad with Bacon Vinaigrette

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Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Bacon and Sage

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Warm Kale Salad with Mussels and Bacon

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The Ultimate Classic Collards

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Cheesy Bacon-and-Two-Onion Tart

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Mustard Greens with Yogurt-Parmesan Dressing and Bacon Croutons

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Capellini with Bacon and Bread Crumbs

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Spinach Salad with Bacon and Eggs

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Bacon-Cheddar Corn Muffins

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Pasta with Bacon, Squash and Sage

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Pea Pancakes with Bacon

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Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

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Spinach-Bacon Mac and Cheese

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Open-Faced Avocado-Bacon Tuna Melt

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Bacon and Gorgonzola Cornbread Sliders with Chipotle Mayo

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Bacon, Leek and Spaghetti Frittata

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Greens, Beans, and Bacon Soup

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Bacon, Pear and Gorgonzola Pizza

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Bacon-Onion Dip

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Broccoli Crunch Salad with Bacon and Currants

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Bacon and Egg Breakfast Pizza

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Risotto with Taleggio Cheese and Bacon

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Bacon Burgers on Brioche Buns

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Bacon, Cheddar, and Chive Scones

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Bacon-and-Sage-Wrapped Chicken Breasts

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