by Lora Stevens

Created on: August 27, 2009

Regular bacon is definitely going to have more of the flavor that bacon-lovers want. The texture of regular bacon is also usually better when using it as an ingredient in recipes.

Regular bacon has more fat which allows more of the flavor to come out when eaten alone and when it is mixed in with other foods. The fat in regular bacon also makes the cooking process of the bacon a little different. The bacon cooks faster and the fat allows for a few different types of textures such as soft, chewy, and crunchy. Bacon-lovers and fair-weather fans all have different preferences of how their bacon is cooked and prepared.

Because of the different ways the bacon is able to be cooked, this allows for regular bacon to be favored in other recipes. When regular bacon is used to wrap other foods while the bacon is still raw, the flavors and fats of the bacon seep into the other food better than turkey bacon, to give it a smoky, bacon flavor. Turkey bacon can also be used in this way, but less of the flavor is transfered since there is little fat in the turkey bacon. Regular bacon when used in salads and as a topping is crumbled more easily. The regular bacon can easily be crumbled into big chunks or small bits. Turkey bacon forms a slightly different shape when crumbled and is not as easy to crumble as a use in other foods.

Though regular bacon has it's advantages, that does not take away from the healthier aspect of turkey bacon. The flavor of turkey bacon is tasty enough to use as a healthy alternative for regular bacon. When cooked correctly, turkey bacon can be flavorful and add to a delicious breakfast or other meal. The secret to choosing turkey bacon that is the best tasting is by choosing the right variety of turkey bacon at the grocery store. There are many types of turkey bacon, different brands and flavors. Usually choosing one that resembles regular bacon the most is going to give you the best turkey bacon experience. Many varieties are hickory smoked or have other similar values to regular bacon.

When the fight of flavor is over and done with, regular bacon is most likely always going to be the winner. It is juicy, chewy, crunchy, and fills the mouth with just the right amount of meat and smoked flavor. Turkey bacon is good, but regular bacon tastes better.

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