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Makin' Bacon: 15 Amazing Bacon Dishes

Mandy Harris — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 09:13:17 PST

Bacon seems to be the trend that just won't stop, as evidenced by its appearance in a Jack in the Box milkshake. If this bacon concoction isn't really your thing, don't worry. We've got a whole arsenal of recipes that feature, or are enhanced by, the salty cured pork that we all know and love.

Oyster Lovers: Make These!

Katie Sweeney — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:45:11 PST

Although you can essentially enjoy the briny bivalve all year round, it's widely known that oysters are best eaten in months that have a letter "R." Oysters are delicious on the half shell, but my favorite way to prepare them is casino-style. Bacon and butter make everything taste better! The best thing about this recipe is that it can be prepared in advance. The herb butter will keep for a couple of days in the fridge, and the bacon can be crisped the night before you plan to serve the oysters. Bake them just before eating. Offer the oysters with sparkling wine and you've got the perfect appetizer. Here's the uncomplicated recipe.

Would You Drink a Bacon Shake?

Camilla Salem — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:16:54 PST

Jack in the Box announced its new bacon milk shake, which it's added to the menu for a very limited time. Although the bacon trend doesn't seem to be dying down anytime soon, we're on the fence about this one. Made with vanilla ice cream and bacon-flavored syrup, I hate to admit that it sounds like it might be delicious. What do you think? Would you try a bacon shake?

Savory Sight: Bacon Cornbread

Yum Community — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 03:21:48 PST

We don't really need to expound on why we're excited about this recipe from CheesePlease. The words "bacon" and "cornbread" speak for themselves.

This bacon cornbread is moist and fluffy, yet still holds together after you cut into it. I added a little bit of honey into the batter for a touch of sweetness. The secret to this cornbread is to whisk the bacon drippings into your wet ingredients.

Do you need this recipe as badly as we do? Find it on her blog, then upload your delicious recipes into our Kitchen Goddess community group.

Savory Sight: Bacon Bread Pudding

Yum Community — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 03:02:17 PST

Bacon doesn't do anything wrong - and that certain truth applies to everything, including the blank canvas of bread. Here, Monica Bennett shows how, when combined, bacon, apples, and sage make for a killer sweet-salty bread pudding.

Bread pudding is like a blank canvas. The sky is the limit as far as what you can add. This time I wanted something savory. I was craving bacon so into my bread pudding it went along with some diced apples and sage from my garden.

For the recipe, check out her blog - and share your latest culinary creations with us in the YumSugar Community.

Southern Side: Creamed Collard Greens

Susannah Chen — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 04:05:11 PST

I'm a little sick of the traditional Thanksgiving meal. That's why this year I plan on serving slightly different versions of old favorites - like a turkey roulade instead of a whole roasted turkey, for instance.

Rather than the usual green bean casserole, I'm reaching for a neo-Southern riff on the creamed spinach standby, and plan on impressing guests with creamed collard greens. Unlike creamed spinach, this vegetable side isn't swimming in heavy cream; the cream adds subtle body, while smoky bacon rounds out the collards' bitter character.

But the pièce de résistance is really the crispy, cheesy crumb topping. Be sure to make a generous amount, because the more, the better. Add a new tradition to your meal when you keep reading

Killer App: Caramelized Leek, Goat Cheese, and Bacon Dip

Lauren Hendrickson — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 14:59:36 PST

Everyone loves caramelized onion dip, but this holiday season, change it up by using a brother to the onion, the leek! Leeks are more mild in flavor, but once mixed with a crunchy bacon and tangy goat cheese, they make a delicious dip. The best part of this dip: it can prepared one day in advance, so you don't have to fret over it the day of your dinner party. Just be sure to set it out an hour or two before to bring it up to room temperature before serving. I served it with thinly sliced french baguette and tortilla chips for a little more crunch, but a crudité platter would also be a wonderful accompaniment. Top it with a smidgen of chives to add a little more color and even more flavor to the dip. Keep reading for this simple and scrumptious recipe.

Fast & Easy Dinner: Bacon and Tomato Pasta

Katie Sweeney — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 12:22:28 PDT

Amatriciana is a classic Italian pasta sauce that's made of guanciale, tomatoes, and pecorino cheese. The quick and delicious pasta recipe that's shown here takes inspiration from the traditional Roman dish. Bacon replaces the guanciale; fresh, in-season tomatoes make up the fragrant scrumptious sauce; and parmesan is used instead of pecorino. The sauce comes together in the same amount of time that it takes to boil the water and cook the spaghetti, so you'll have an amazing dinner on the table in under 30 minutes. Read more if you are interested in the crowd-pleasing recipe.

Killer App: Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp and Nectarines

Lauren Hendrickson — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 01:11:26 PDT

Summertime and the barbecuing is easy with this bacon-wrapped shrimp and nectarine appetizer. These bite-size treats are perfect for a hot night party. I used nectarines, but for a more tropical twist, opt for mango or pineapple. Or if you want a little heat, try adding a slice of jalapeño. The sweetness of the fruit is a great contrast with the salty bacon and juicy shrimp. Get the grill hot and listen to these babies sizzle! Keep reading for this incredibly simple recipe.

A Reader Recipe: Bacon Ranch Squash Casserole

Fit Community — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 15:26:35 PDT

Don't be put off by the words "bacon" and "ranch"; this recipe from FitSugar reader VersaStick is a lightened version of bacon ranch squash casserole. She posted it in our Healthy Recipe group in the FitSugar community.

Read on for the full recipe!