Bacon equivalents
2 slices fried, baked, or broiled = 1 serving 1 slice bacon = 2 to 3 teaspoons real bacon bits
About 35 thin strips = 1 pound
16-20 regular strips = 1 pound
12-16 thick strips = 1 pound
1 cup bacon fat = 1 pound
1-1/2 cups fried and chopped pieces = 1 pound
1 tbsp fried, chopped pieces = 1 regular strip
1/4 pound back bacon = 1 cup cracklings
1 can cooked bacon (18-20 slices = 1 pound fresh bacon
1 slice bacon = substitute 1 thin slice pancetta (about 3/4 oz.)
1 slice bacon = 2 to 3 teaspoons imitation bacon bits
1 slice bacon = 3/4 ounce salt pork (in soups, stews, and sauces)
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Bacon History
Bacon Cousins and Substitutes
Bacon Selection and Storage
Bacon Equivalents and Substitutions
Bacon and Health
Bacon Recipes


