Earlier today, while I was simply searching for regular bacon at H-E-B, I stumbled upon something that immediately caught my attention—Hayride Bacon, seasoned with a blend of cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, and pumpkin. Yes, you read that right: pumpkin spice bacon! I couldn’t resist the idea of incorporating this into some of the fall recipes I’ve been saving to try, so I grabbed a pack and made Apple White Cheddar & Bacon Grilled Cheese for lunch today.
Here are some recipe ideas that can help you make the most out of this bacon:
Pumpkin Spice Bacon Breakfast Sandwich
Ingredients:
• 2 slices of Hayride Bacon
• 1 English muffin or biscuit
• 1 egg
• 1 slice of cheddar cheese
• Butter for toasting
Instructions:
1. Cook the Hayride Bacon in a skillet until crispy.
2. Toast the English muffin with butter in the same skillet.
3. Fry the egg to your preferred doneness.
4. Assemble the sandwich with the egg, bacon, and cheese between the muffin halves.
Bacon-Wrapped Pumpkin Spice Chicken Bites
Ingredients:
• 12 bite-sized chicken breast pieces
• 6 slices of Hayride Bacon (cut in half)
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Wrap each chicken bite with half a slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
3. Place on a baking sheet and brush with maple syrup.
4. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and the chicken is cooked through.
Pumpkin Spice Bacon Mac and Cheese
Ingredients:
• 4 slices of Hayride Bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 lb elbow macaroni
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup milk
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp flour
• Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions.
2. In a saucepan, melt the butter and stir in flour to make a roux.
3. Gradually whisk in milk and cook until thickened.
4. Add cheddar cheese and stir until melted.
5. Stir in cooked macaroni and top with crumbled bacon for a fall-inspired twist on classic mac and cheese.
Pumpkin Spice Bacon Brussels Sprouts
Ingredients:
• 1 lb Brussels sprouts, halved
• 4 slices of Hayride Bacon, chopped
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss the Brussels sprouts in olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread the Brussels sprouts on a baking sheet and sprinkle the chopped bacon over the top.
4. Roast for 25-30 minutes, until the bacon is crispy and the Brussels sprouts are caramelized.
5. Drizzle with maple syrup before serving.
Pumpkin Spice Bacon Wrapped Dates
Ingredients:
• 12 pitted dates
• 6 slices of Hayride Bacon (cut in half)
• Toothpicks for securing
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Wrap each date with half a slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
3. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy.
These recipes will add a delicious autumnal twist to your meals, taking full advantage of the seasonal flavors of your Hayride Bacon. Enjoy!