Crispy Bacon

Cuisine: American

Cook Time: N/A

Serves: 1


Quick Bites

Fun Fact
  1. The word "bacon" actually comes from the Old High German "bacho", meaning "buttock" or "ham." Latin speakers called it "petaso." 
  2. Did you know that Shakespeare was a fan of bacon? He even mentioned it in several of his plays, including "Henry VI" and "Merry Wives of Windsor."
Historical Fact
  1. Bacon has been sizzling since ancient times! The Chinese were curing pork bellies as early as 1500 B.C. 
  2. In the Middle Ages, bacon was a prized food. English peasants considered it a symbol of wealth and a well-fed household.
Nutrition Fact
  1. Despite its reputation, bacon isn't all bad. It contains protein, phosphorus, antioxidants, Vitamin B, and minerals like zinc, iron and magnesium. 
  2. Bacon is rich in choline, an important nutrient for brain health and liver function.