Bacon Recipes

This recipe is sure to become a weeknight favorite. Simply stack bacon, cucumber, basil, and soft-boiled egg on toasted challah bread.

Toss smoked turkey with bacon, snap peas, and romaine lettuce for a quick and delicious main course salad. A four-ingredient dressing adds a tangy twist.

A creamy blend of blue cheese, bacon, green onion, and garlic fills these sweet date halves. The bite-sized goodies are sure to be a hit with your holiday guests.

Toss juicy nectarines with a sweet-hot chili powder blend, and then sear on the grill. Pile the slices on a grilled ribeye and add bacon. Who needs potatoes?

Spinach adds powerful antioxidants to this fresh twist on the classic BLT sandwich.

These savory tarts are classy yet easy to make. Simply top a refrigerated piecrust with fresh vegetables, bacon, goat cheese, and herbs.

Apple-smoked bacon adds autumn flavor to this classic midnight snack. For tart flavor, stack the sandwich with Granny Smith apples. If you prefer a sweet taste, try Golden Delicious apples. For extra healthy crunch, layer the bacon, crisp apples, and peanut butter on grilled whole wheat bread.

White cheddar, crispy bacon, and raw almonds turn plain pasta into a hearty casserole; serve it with a simple salad of mixed greens.

Easy-to-make deviled eggs top a mixture of lettuce, peppers, bacon, and onion. A splash of dill vinaigrette adds fresh flavor.

Rich, creamy corn relish and bacon add juiciness to this lean cut of meat.

Asparagus, squash, and green onion add a spring-fresh touch to this simple chicken and bacon combo.

Spicy pork and crisp bacon top garden-fresh spinach. Fresh onion sauteed with vinegar and chili pepper makes a simple and flavorful dressing.

Mix these creamy spuds ahead of time, and then bake them just before dinner. With their smooth texture and bacon topping, you can even skip the gravy.

Take advantage of convenient mini phyllo shells that can turn almost any filling into a party-ready appetizer. This recipe combines chopped turkey breast with crispy bacon, avocados, and grape tomatoes for bite-size servings that always hit the spot.

Salmon is a great make-ahead option for a weeknight meal. The goat cheese and bacon add a touch of sophistication to this chilled entree.

Season this beefed-up burger with Worcestershire sauce, fresh parsley, and garlic, then top with Swiss cheese and bacon. As the burger cooks, its juices season the onion-mushroom stuffing.

Whether you consider bacon a special treat, or put it in everything you make, this tempting side is a satisfying compromise. Plum tomato halves brim with a savory bacon, lettuce, and cheese filling.

No matter how you wrap them up, eggs, meat, and cheese are a winning way to start your day.

This ultra-hearty spin on classic mac 'n' cheese features blue and mozzarella cheeses, bacon, and onion. Try it with cavatelli or campanelle for a change of pace from elbow macaroni.

Juicy tomatoes, crisp crumbled bacon, corn, sweet peppers, and crisp lettuce are tossed with Chipotle ranch dressing.

Smashed potatoes add thickness to the creamy broth of this comfort soup. Bacon, cheese, and green onions dress up the basic recipe, or add ham or beans for a soup with more bulk.

Try making this pizza for a satisfying Sunday breakfast or brunch, and then refrigerate leftover slices. On busy weekday mornings, reheat slices in the microwave, wrap them up, and take them to go.

Crunchy green beans loaded with bacon, onions, and mushrooms make this nutrition-packed side an easy sell to picky kids.

A two-ingredient glaze gives these chicken thighs pizzazz. The heat of the grill sears the outside of the chicken, keeping the inside moist and tender.

This variation of red potato salad is simple: Just mix in chopped avocado and crumbled, crisp-cooked bacon.

A blend of apple butter and soy sauce jazzes up basic pork chops. Fresh green beans and cherry tomatoes make a colorful -- and healthful -- side.

For a chili that's sure to satisfy the meat lovers in your family, try this recipe: It combines beef and bacon. Mix your classic cheddar topper with fresh oregano for a flavorful twist.

The cheese pasta sauce, bacon, and the Worcestershire sauce make this dish reminiscent of Welsh rarebit. Serve the creamy mixture on a whole wheat bun.

Make the rich Bacon-Cheddar potatoes shown here by using two spoons to scoop the mashed potato mixture into the potato shells.