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    Home » MSN Slideshows

    11 Ways to Use Bacon Like a Chef—You Won’t Believe How Easy #4 Is!

    Published: Sep 20, 2024 by Barbara Curry

    Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links.

    You won’t believe how many creative ways to use bacon there are that will totally change up your cooking game. From classic dishes to some seriously unexpected combos, it can do it all. I even found one recipe that’s so easy, it’s going to blow your mind! Let’s just say, you’ll never look at bacon the same way again.

    Bacon Chicken Bites

    Baked chicken bites on a wire rack.
    Bacon Chicken Bites. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.


     

    Chicken bites wrapped in bacon served with Boursin and jalapeño and you have a melt-in-your-mouth, amazing low carb appetizer.
    Get the Recipe: Bacon Chicken Bites

    Bacon Jam Recipe With Peaches

    Bacon jam on a crostini with goat cheese.
    Bacon Jam Recipe With Peaches. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

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    Bacon makes everything better, so why not try it with peaches. Bacon Jam recipe adds a sweet and salty flavor to a burger or crostini.
    Get the Recipe: Bacon Jam Recipe With Peaches

    Savory Green Beans With Bacon

    Savory Green Beans With Bacon. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Green Beans with Bacon and Onions will transform a simple side dish into a FABULOUS one. Great for when you want to jazz up your vegetables.
    Get the Recipe: Savory Green Beans With Bacon

    Best Recipe For Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

    A black fork with a slice of pork tenderloin on top.
    Best Recipe For Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Bacon wrapped pork tenderloin has so much flavor and it’s not greasy. Peach jam adds just a hint of sweetness to this amazing dish.
    Get the Recipe: Best Recipe For Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

    No Mayo Roasted Potato Salad With Bacon

    A glass bowl of roasted potato salad
    No Mayo Roasted Potato Salad With Bacon. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This warm Roasted Potato Salad is not only great for your next potluck or cook out, but it’s perfect for a simple dinner.
    Get the Recipe: No Mayo Roasted Potato Salad With Bacon

    Quick-Baked Bacon Cream Cheese Dip With Ritz Crackers

    A scoop of bacon dip on a spoon.
    Quick-Baked Bacon Cream Cheese Dip With Ritz Crackers. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This recipe for baked cream cheese dip includes crumbled bacon, mayonnaise,and cheddar cheese. Top with crushed Ritz crackers. Ready within 35 minutes!
    Get the Recipe: Quick-Baked Bacon Cream Cheese Dip With Ritz Crackers

    Bacon Mac And Cheese With Cheesy Ranch Sauce

    Bacon Mac And Cheese With Cheesy Ranch Sauce. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This recipe for bacon mac and cheese combines a creamy, homemade ranch white sauce with bite-size chunks of crispy bacon.
    Get the Recipe: Bacon Mac And Cheese With Cheesy Ranch Sauce

    Mini Pimento Cheese Balls With Bacon And Pecans

    Cheese balls with a toothpick on a tray.
    Mini Pimento Cheese Balls With Bacon And Pecans. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    One of the most famous of Southern treats, these Pimento Cheese Balls are tangy, cheesy, and creamy—and the perfect appetizer for any event.
    Get the Recipe: Mini Pimento Cheese Balls With Bacon And Pecans

    Spicy Hot Browns

    A bite of a Kentucky hot brown on a fork.
    Spicy Hot Browns. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Spicy Hot-Browns are a feistier version of a traditional dish. Turkey sits on toasted bread covered with a spicy bechamel sauce.
    Get the Recipe: Spicy Hot Browns

    Sweet Potato Frittata Recipe

    A delicious slice of Sweet Potato Frittata featuring chunks of sweet potatoes, crumbles of goat cheese, bits of crispy bacon, and a sprinkle of fresh green chives, all presented in a black skillet with a spatula lifting one slice.
    Sweet Potato Frittata Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This frittata is a healthy breakfast you would never even guess is healthy. Sweet potatoes with just a little bacon for both a sweet and savory addition to eggs. Brunch will never be the same.
    Get the Recipe: Sweet Potato Frittata Recipe

    The Best Homemade Slow Cooker Boston Baked Beans Recipe

    The Best Homemade Slow Cooker Boston Baked Beans Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

    Slow cooker Boston baked beans are made with plenty of bacon, molasses, garlic, and onions to create a rich thick savory sauce.
    Get the Recipe: The Best Homemade Slow Cooker Boston Baked Beans Recipe

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    Barbara Curry is the culinary adventurer of Butter & Baggage. With a dedicated enthusiasm for real butter made from happy cows she is in constant pursuit of delicious recipes and tasty dishes. She shares her experiences, ventures, and occasional misadventures because let’s face it things can get messy in any kitchen.

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