Interesting spreads are always a welcome–and carefree– party appetizer. Prepare a day or two in advance and offer at cool room temperature with crackers, veggies and cocktail rye. …
Cut: Bacon
Cut from the belly and is cured and smoked, bacon can be cut thin or thick or even sold in slabs.
Bacon and Mushroom Bite-Size Quiche
Tender, cheesy and savory custards in flaky pastry shells make elegant finger food—and can be made ahead and reheated. Delicious for brunch or evening appetizers. …
Simply Saucy Bacon-Wrapped Pork Loin
Simple enough for a weeknight, but great presentation for company or a holiday table. To change it up, you could use prosciutto.…
Double Pork Party Sliders
For social gatherings, opt for the smaller cocktail-size buns available in the bakery section of grocery stores. Offer coarse-grain mustard and halved dill pickle slices for the sandwiches.
In England, bacon sandwiches—called butties— are so beloved that Prince Harry planned
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Sriracha Bacon Caramel Popcorn
Recipe courtesy Ray Lampe, Dr BBQ
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Bacon Bourbon Party Mix
Can adjust spices for your family. Have as part of a tailgating party or just for snacking while watching your favorite show.
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Bacon-Pork Chops with Maple Glaze
Serve with roasted potato wedges or smashed sweet potatoes.…
Bacon Ice Cream
You can use whipping cream instead of the half and half for an even richer ice cream. If you like, sprinkle chopped, crisped bacon bits on top before serving. Recipe courtesy of Top Chef All-Stars Winner Richard Blais.…
Pork Bolognese
Enjoy the Bolognese tossed with rigatoni or a wide noodle like pappardelle. On the side, serve crusty bread and a glass of Chianti. Recipe courtesy of Top Chef All-Stars Winner Richard Blais…
Frijoles Molidos
Queso anejo is simply an aged version of queso fresco and, while classified as a soft cheese, can actually become quite firm and salty as it ages. It is used primarily as a garnish, crumbled or grated over a variety of dishes
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