Bacon Baklava

Although Chef Tim Graham’s creation is more than incredible as is, if you’re inspired to make it your own, try changing the types of nuts, omitting the cocoa nibs, or adding a sprinkle of cinnamon or cardamom.…

Bacon-Wrapped Pork Loin with Peach & Blue Cheese Stuffing

The bacon and rub on the outside of this roast give it an almost barbecue flavor—stay with that theme and serve coleslaw or baked beans on the side. The roast would also be good with roasted potatoes. If peaches aren’t …

Bacon Pesto Mac & Cheese

To vary this mac and cheese, vary the cheeses—try different combinations including provolone, Parmesan, and pecorino. On the side, complement the complex flavors with something simple, for example, steamed broccoli or asparagus spears.…

Pork Chop and Waffle Sandwiches with Maple Gravy

Good for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, these waffle sandwiches are also nice with your favorite jam or jelly instead of the yogurt mixture, and with a sausage patty instead of the bacon. You can also serve them as open-faced sandwiches. …

Bacon-Wrapped Pork Meatloaf

Add color to your plate with a side of roasted vegetables such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts or asparagus.…

Smoky Pork, Bacon, and White Bean Chili

To make this chili even more smolderingly smoky, add a finely chopped chipotle chile (from a can of chipotles in adobo sauce) along with the onion, or add some cayenne powder along with the chili powder. You can also cook …

Ham, Bacon, and Caramelized Onion Tart

This versatile tart, depending on the portion size, can be either a main dish, perhaps with a green salad on the side, or a side dish, perhaps next to a holiday ham. You can serve it hot or room temperature, …