{"product_id":"bacon-fresh-14-16ct-2x2-5-kg","title":"Bacon, 8 Hour Hardwood Smoked - 5kg","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardwood Smoked Bacon — 5 kg (2 × 2.5 kg)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eEight hours in the smokehouse over real hardwood chips. That's where all of this flavour comes from — real smoke, slowly, the way bacon is supposed to be made.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYou'll notice it in the pan before you taste it. This is a low-moisture bacon, so there's no pool of water to boil off first — it goes straight to rendering and crisping, and the slices stay close to the size you laid down. At 14 to 16 slices per pound, every one is a proper slice with something to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCanadian pork. Arrives fresh, sealed in two 2.5 kg packs — keep one in the fridge and put the other in the freezer for later.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Ideas:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreakfast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low and slow in a cold pan, turned once, until the edges go glassy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe BLT It Deserves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toasted sourdough, real mayo, a ripe tomato, and nothing else.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOven Method: \u003c\/strong\u003e400°F on a parchment-lined sheet, 15–20 minutes. Best way to cook a big batch at once.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWrapped Around Everything:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scallops, chicken thighs, dates, meatloaf, a pork roast.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChopped In:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carbonara, chowder, baked beans, potato hash, a pot of greens.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Fat Is the Bonus: \u003c\/strong\u003ePour it off and save it — best potatoes you'll ever roast.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eKeep refrigerated, or freeze the second pack. Once you've had bacon that's been smoked for eight hours, it's a hard thing to go back from.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWe do our best to be accurate with respect to the advertised ingredients, nutritional information, product images and descriptions listed on our website. As manufacturers may change this information at any time, we strongly recommend that you always read the product packaging carefully for the most current and accurate ingredient, nutrition, or other product information (including warnings) before using or consuming any products. If you have food sensitivities or allergies, you should always read the actual product packaging to ensure the safety of the product for your situation. Please do not solely rely on the information provided on this website.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GOLD LABEL","offers":[{"title":"CS (2x2.5 KG)","offer_id":48835563290869,"sku":null,"price":78.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0093\/6732\/2683\/files\/38E6D416-CEF8-409D-A8C1-7CDBB7ACE924.png?v=1789064568","url":"https:\/\/valleydirectfoods.com\/products\/bacon-fresh-14-16ct-2x2-5-kg","provider":"Valley Direct Foods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}