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  3. Year of Bacon: March 2015

Year of Bacon: March 2015

February 28, 2015
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Everything's better with bacon. From drinks to dinner to desserts, bacon makes a great addition to almost any recipe.
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Homemade Bacon

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Making the bacon is a three-step process: Cure, smoke, and roast. For serious bacon lovers, this project recipe is well worth the time and effort.


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The Ultimate Fried Egg Sandwich with BBQ Bacon

Credit: Photo: Alison Miksch; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

If the Breakfast Sandwich Hall of Fame existed, this one would be in it. Thick slices of BBQ Bacon take it over the top.


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Mushroom, Bacon, and Swiss Strata

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Breakfast casseroles are ideal for overnight guests. Assemble it the night before, and bake in the morning.


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Bacon-Parmesan Tassies

Credit: Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Buffy Hargett

Use a miniature muffin pan to bake these little bites of heaven. Bacon and Parmesan cheese make these party snacks simple irresistible.


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Endive "Chips" with Blue Cheese Dip and Bacon Dust

Credit: Photo: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Randy Mon

Endive leaves, being naturally scooped and crunchy, make a refreshing alternative to potato chips.


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Southwest Cornmeal Bacon

Credit: Photo: Alison Miksch; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

The crunchy cornmeal and brown sugar coating take regular bacon strips to new, salty-sweet heights.


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Pecan-Rosemary Bacon

Credit: Photo: Alison Miksch; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

Rosemary and bacon may seem like an odd combination, but toss in pecans and brown sugar and you've got a buzz-worthy breakfast dish.


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BBQ Bacon

Credit: Photo: Alison Miksch; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

Brown sugar and spices act like a BBQ "dry rub" for thick slices of bacon. Baked in the oven until crisp, this savory bacon will make any morning feel special.


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Warm Bacon Vinaigrette Swiss Chard

Credit: Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

Choose this dish as a healthy side to complete your meal. Swiss chard is softened by a sprinkling of warmed bacon vinaigrette.


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Pasta with Bacon, Shredded Brussels Sprouts, and Lemon Zest

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Dicing bacon before tossing it into a pan allows for quicker cooking and even browning. Remove crisped bits with a slotted spoon to keep all of the tasty drippings in the pan.


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Bacon, Egg and Cheese Casserole

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This easy breakfast dish is great for using up little leftover bits in the fridge. Replace the mushrooms and bell peppers with any veggies you have on hand.


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Waffled Bacon & Cheddar Grits

Credit: Photo: Alison Miksch; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

Grits in the waffle iron: Madness or Genius? We say anything with bacon is worth trying.


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Grilled Tofu, Bacon, and Avocado Sandwiches

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Change up your sandwich routine by marinating and grilling a slab of tofu and sliding it into a ciabatta roll along with vegetables and bacon. Sriracha and a drizzle of the ginger-soy marinade add even more complex flavor.


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Hot Caramelized Onion Dip with Bacon and Gruyère

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Serve this addictive onion dip with a sliced baguette or apples, or thick-cut potato chips.


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Rosemary Bacon, Lettuce, and Tomato Salad

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A new twist on a Cobb salad, this recipe features blue cheese dressing made with Greek yogurt, avocado, and of course, crispy bacon bits.


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Baby Potatoes with Warm Bacon Vinaigrette

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A warm bacon vinaigrette lightly dresses tender baby potatoes and spinach for a tasty--and fast--side dish.


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Shrimp 'n' Grits Pie

Credit: Photo: Alison Miksch; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

Imagine the perfect Southern brunch dish, complete with baked grits, shrimp cooked in bacon drippings, feta cheese, and plenty of cooked bacon on top. This is it.


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Mini Bacon and Egg Tarts

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You can make a lot with muffin cups, including these cute little egg tarts. Green onions add color and flavor, but they're optional. Omit them, if you prefer.


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Grilled Pimiento, Cheddar, and Bacon on Sourdough

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All grilled cheese loves a companion! Dip these sandwiches in a simple tomato soup, so the bold flavors still shine through.


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Cucumber and Noodle Salad

This recipe calls for Chinese sausage, but crispy bacon makes a great substitution. It pairs well with the sweet cucumbers and peanut dressing.


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Cassoulet with Bacon, Andouille, and Country Ribs

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Put a Southern spin on the homey French country dish cassoulet by replacing the usual duck or goose confit with three varieties of pork.


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Grits Cakes with Poached Eggs and Country Gravy

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Although this recipe doesn't call for bacon, it uses bacon drippings to cook the grits cakes. Cook up a batch of your favorite bacon to eat on the side, and save the drippings to use here.


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Bacon-Wrapped Salmon

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It's a well-known fact that adding bacon to any dish automatically improves the end result. Serve this 5-ingredient dish for dinner and receive rave reviews.


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Bacon Bow Tie Pasta

This easy, heart-warming pasta recipe has minimal ingredients and maximum flavor. Enjoy it for dinner tonight.


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Mango-Spinach Salad with Warm Bacon Vinaigrette

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This is a delicious partner for grilled fish. Don't forget fresh crusty bread to soak up every bit of the warm vinaigrette.


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Chicken and Bacon Roll-Ups

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Made hearty with shredded chicken, these easy sandwiches can be endlessly adapted to suit any taste.


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Bacon and Blue Mashed Potato Bake

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When you add a wedge of blue cheese and crispy, crumbled bacon to classic buttermilk mashed potatoes, the results are an outstanding potato bake. These savory potatoes are a great accompaniment to grilled steak.


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Endive Salad with Bacon, Gorgonzola, and Avocado

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We like to toss this salad together for a casual presentation, but if you want to dress it up for a dinner party, keep the endive leaves whole, arrange them on a platter, fill them with the avocado-bacon-gorgonzola mixture, and drizzle with vinaigrette.


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Bacon-and-Pea-Stuffed Potatoes

Top baked potatoes with bacon, peas, and cheddar cheese for an easy, comforting supper.


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Mini Bacon, Tomato, and Basil Sandwiches

Credit: Photo: Beth Dreiling; Styling: Buffy Hargett

These little tea sandwiches are simple, yet wonderful. They can be assembled up to two hours ahead. Simply cover with a damp paper towel to keep bread from drying out.


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Everyday Frittata

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Feed four people for around $7 with this easy frittata recipe. Zucchini, tomatoes, bacon, and Swiss make up the delicious filling.


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1 of 31 Homemade Bacon
2 of 31 The Ultimate Fried Egg Sandwich with BBQ Bacon
3 of 31 Mushroom, Bacon, and Swiss Strata
4 of 31 Bacon-Parmesan Tassies
5 of 31 Endive "Chips" with Blue Cheese Dip and Bacon Dust
6 of 31 Southwest Cornmeal Bacon
7 of 31 Pecan-Rosemary Bacon
8 of 31 BBQ Bacon
9 of 31 Warm Bacon Vinaigrette Swiss Chard
10 of 31 Pasta with Bacon, Shredded Brussels Sprouts, and Lemon Zest
11 of 31 Bacon, Egg and Cheese Casserole
12 of 31 Waffled Bacon & Cheddar Grits
13 of 31 Grilled Tofu, Bacon, and Avocado Sandwiches
14 of 31 Hot Caramelized Onion Dip with Bacon and Gruyère
15 of 31 Rosemary Bacon, Lettuce, and Tomato Salad
16 of 31 Baby Potatoes with Warm Bacon Vinaigrette
17 of 31 Shrimp 'n' Grits Pie
18 of 31 Mini Bacon and Egg Tarts
19 of 31 Grilled Pimiento, Cheddar, and Bacon on Sourdough
20 of 31 Cucumber and Noodle Salad
21 of 31 Cassoulet with Bacon, Andouille, and Country Ribs