Whole30 Sweet + Savory Slaw

Looking for a fabulous, easy, and delicious Whole30 compliant meal? Look no further! This Sweet & Savory Slaw is one of the best recipes we’ve ever seen for meal prep!

You can tell the author of this recipe is a foodie AND future Registered Dietician. Why? Not only does it perfectly meet the Whole30 meal template, including lots of fresh veggies, protein, and healthy fats, but it’s unbelievably delicious AND gets tastier once the flavors have had a chance to meld together. That’s right, this actually gets better over time!

Lexi Linsenman recently shared this recipe as the Recipe of the Day on KDSK news St. Louis (you can watch the full segment and read more about it here).

Pin it, screenshot it, bookmark it, whatever you need to do to make sure this recipe goes in your rotation!

Whole30 Sweet & Savory Slaw

Ingredients:

1 cup thinly sliced cabbage
1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup diced apples
1 cup shredded chicken breast
1 cup diced Original Naked Bacon
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup diced pistachios
2 tbsp horseradish mustard (or mustard of your liking)
2 tbsp red wine vinaigrette

Directions:

1. In a large bowl combine cabbage, carrots, apples, chicken, bacon, cranberries, and pistachios
2. In a small bowl whisk together mustard and vinegar for the dressing
3. Pour the desired dressing amount into the large bowl and stir until evenly distributed
4. Refrigerate overnight so that the flavors blend or if you are short on time, 1-2 hours
5. Top with extra cranberries and pistachios for a highlighted presentation

Lexi Linsenman is a health & fitness advocate, foodie, and RD student. Connect with her for more on Instagram @chefff_lex or through her website.

Naked Bacon and Brussels Sprouts Salad - Paleo

Whoever said brussels sprouts were boring obviously never made this Naked Bacon and Brussels Sprouts Salad! Tossed with dried cranberries, red onion, pecans, and plenty of Original Naked Bacon, this is one side dish that eats like a main course!

It’s served with a Maple-Mustard salad dressing that totally takes the flavor over the top. Trust us, stock up on sugar-free Naked Bacon, then make this for your next holiday dinner party.

This is a great make-ahead recipe, but if you’re preparing it in advance, don’t toss with the salad dressing until just before serving. It’ll keep the bacon nice and crispy. Okay, now on to the recipe!!

Paleo Brussels Sprouts and Naked Bacon Salad

Salad Ingredients:
8 oz. Original Naked Bacon
16 oz. Brussels Sprouts
1/2 cup dried cranberries (be sure they aren’t sweetened with sugar
1 cup pecans
1/4 red onion
Maple Mustard Salad dressing (recipe below!)

In a large skillet, fry the bacon until crispy. Set it aside on a paper towel. Don’t dump the rendered bacon fat! It’s full of flavor!

While the bacon cooks, use a mandolin or sharp knife to thinly shred or slice the Brussels sprouts. Add the Brussels sprouts to the pan of rendered fat and saute over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Thinly slice the red onion and chop the pecans, then stir them into the Brussels sprouts.

Remove from heat and toss with salad dressing. Season to taste with salt and pepper and enjoy!

Maple-Mustard Salad Dressing
1/2 cup olive or avocado oil
1/8 cup maple syrup
1/8 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp dijon mustard
salt and pepper to taste

Whisk all ingredients together. Pour about half over the Brussels sprouts salad and toss together. Add more if desired.

Remember to tag us on Instagram (@nakedbaconco) and use #nakedbacon if you make our recipes!

Delicious Holiday Appetizer Recipes with Bacon

Do you want to know the secret to kicking your holiday celebrations up a notch? We’ll give you a hint — it’s delicious, crispy, all natural, and sugar-free. Yup, it’s NAKED BACON!

So if you’re looking for recipes to serve your guests, to take to a holiday party or serve at your special dinners, look no further! We’ve rounded up the best, most delicious bacon-licious recipes from some of our favorite bloggers!

Calling all Everything But the Bagel fans!! This Everything Bagel and Bacon Cheese Bites recipe by Erhardts Eats is the perfect bite-sized appetizer to serve. It’s kid-friendly, too!

If you’re living Low Carb, this KETO Bacon Cheddar Dip recipe by Melanie Cooks is literally everything. Serve it with veggies or keto cheese chips

Unbelievably simple and super delicious, these Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites from Saving Dollars and Sense are sure to be a hit at your next party! Prep them in advance, then cook just before serving.

Set out the Hot Bacon Spinach Dip from Finding Zest, and watch your guests for berserk. So creamy and super savory, this appetizer is perfect for potlucks, too!

Butternut Squash & Apple Soup with Bacon. All the best flavors of the season in a bowl, made complete with bacon! Get the recipe from Foodal.

When in doubt, wrap it in bacon! These Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts from Miss in the Kitchen will steal the show at your next party! They’re super unique, crispy, and savory, and absolutely delicious!

We’re drooling just looking at these Bacon Stuffed Mushrooms, by Miss in the Kitchen. You might want to double or triple this recipe, because your guests will definitely want more and more!

This Whole30 Broccoli Bacon Salad recipe by Cook at Home Mom is served with a creamy lemon garlic dressing. This is the perfect way to start out your holiday meal!

Remember, if you want the best tasting bacon on earth for your holiday celebrations, head to our online store or check our store finder to see if sugar-free Naked Bacon is sold in stores near you!

Thanks to all the bloggers who kindly shared their bacon-licious holiday recipes!

Chipotle Naked Bacon Loaded Breakfast Fries (Whole30, Paleo)

In the mood for something a little more fun for this weekend? We’ve got you covered! Whether you’re eating these Loaded Fries for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, the secret to this dish is the Whole30 Approved Chipotle No Sugar Added Naked Bacon! You can get it a la carte from our online shop, or in one of our fun shipping-included bundles, like the BYO BLT or the Nice to Meat You!

There’s so much flavor in the Chipotle Bacon, with absolutely NO nitrates, nitrites, sugars, or junk. When you add it to these loaded breakfast fries, it totally takes the dish over the top! And guess what? The recipe is 100& Gluten Free, Paleo and Whole30!

Get the recipe for Chipotle Naked Bacon Loaded Breakfast Fries below!

Ingredients:

8 oz. Chipotle Sugar Free Naked Bacon
3 medium russet potatoes
2 tbsp olive oil
2 eggs
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/4 cup sugar free ketchup (we used Good Food For Good)
salt, pepper, and parsley to taste

Instructions:

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400. Wash and cut potatoes into 1/8 inch wide fries. Toss with olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper. Lay on a parchment lined baking sheet and roast in the oven for about 25 minutes, turning once halfway through. Watch closely toward the end of cook time and remove any friend getting to crispy to prevent any from burning.

Step 2: Cook the Naked Bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, turning once. Set the bacon on a paper towel lined plate until cooled slightly, then crumble into bite-sized pieces. Crack the eggs into the same skillet and cook in the rendered bacon fat.

Step 3: Assemble the fries on two plates and top with Naked Bacon, an egg, sliced red onion, and drizzle with ketchup. Season with salt, pepper, and parsley, and dig in!

Naked Bacon Wrapped Dates (Whole30, Paleo)

Today our friend Dominique Mackins, Cardiac Nurse and Whole30 Certified Coach, is sharing her awesome recipe for Naked Bacon Wrapped Dates!

Bacon wrapped dates are the easiest and best ever Whole30 compliant appetizer. Simply wrap the dates in our sugar-free bacon, secure with a toothpick and bake until crispy! And because it’s made with Naked Bacon, this recipe is completely natural and suitable if you’re following a Paleo, Whole30, Weight Watchers, or other healthy eating plan.

This is a super simple recipe, of course, but there are a few PRO-TIPS to making perfect bacon wrapped dates. So keep reading!

Naked Bacon Wrapped Dates Recipe

Ingredients:
8 oz. Original Naked Bacon or No Sugar Added Naked Bacon
~20 Medjool Dates

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400 F.

2. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup

3. Cut each piece of Naked Bacon in thirds

4. Wrap each date with a piece of bacon, then secure it with a toothpick.

5. Bake for 15-18 minutes, depending on how crispy you like it. Keep a close eye on it toward the end of cook time.

Bacon wrapped dates are the original salty and sweet treat! And one of the really nice things about this recipe is that you can prepare it in advance! Get your dates wrapped in bacon, then cover and keep in the fridge until just before you’re ready to serve them. Trust us, your guests will walk into your home, immediately smell the sizzling bacon and sweet dates cooking, and never want to leave! Maybe that’s not such a good thing, though?

Dominique Mackins

is a Cardiac Nurse, a Whole30 Certified Coach, and mom living in Charleston, SC. She shares about parenting, healthy living, exercise and cooking on her blog Charleston Fit Foodie and her Instagram page. Be sure to connect with her for more!

Zuppa Toscana with Sugar Free Naked Bacon (Dairy Free)

Want to know the secret to everybody’s favorite soup? Bacon! Really, really, ridiculously good bacon, of course.

You might have tried Zuppa Toscana at your local Olive Garden, but when it’s from scratch at home with the best, highest quality ingredients out there, it’s on a whole new level of deliciousness. Plus this version is dairy free and sugar free, made with all natural Naked Bacon. Add this soup to your Whole30, Gluten Free, or Paleo meal plan!!

The first step is to cook Naked Bacon, set it aside, then sauté the vegetables in the rendered bacon fat. Trust us on this one, it makes ALL the difference. Add in the sausage, broth, and allow the soup to simmer together for a while. The flavor of the broth is made so much richer because of the bacon!

Add in the kale at the very end, and once the soup is ready, top each bowl with crispy Naked Bacon for a crispy crunch and flavor punch in every bite. You’ve got to try it!

Zuppa Toscana (Whole30, Paleo, Gluten Free)

Ingredients:
6 slices Original Sugar-Free Naked Bacon
1 lb. mild Italian Sausage
4 cups chicken stock
6 baby potatoes, sliced
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups kale, roughly chopped into bite sized pieces with stems removed
1/2 cup unflavored, unsweetened almond milk
1 tsp fresh thyme
salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

Chop the bacon into bite-sized pieces. In the bottom of a large stock pot, cook the Naked Bacon over medium heat, stirring, until crispy. Remove it with a slotted spoon and set it aside. Add the sausage to the same pot and brown, breaking it apart as it cooks.

Add the onion and garlic and sauté together, stirring, for about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the chicken stock and baby potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce and simmer together for about 12 minutes, until the potatoes and cooked through.

Stir in the kale and almond milk and simmer together until the kale is softened. Season with thyme and salt and pepper. Serve in bowls, and sprinkle with the chopped Naked Bacon. Enjoy!

Head to our Shop Page to place your order of Whole30 Approved Naked Bacon!

Naked Bacon American Flag Pizza

We’re celebrating Independence Day the only way we know how, with lots and lots of Naked Bacon! Now a lot of us like to celebrate the fourth with a bbq - hot dogs, hamburgers, and all that good stuff - and we all know Naked Bacon is an awesome addition to your grilling festivities. Everybody loves a homemade bacon cheeseburger, or a big crunchy salad topped with crumbled bacon, after all!

But some of us like to celebrate this holiday a little differently, with pizza! We were inspired by Martha Stewart to make this American Flag sheet pan pizza pie, featuring our sugar-free bacon as the stripes. Do the same and you’ll be the hit of the party!

What you need:
1 pizza dough
1 package Original or No Sugar Added Naked Bacon
1 cup marinara sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
15-20 blue corn tortilla chips

Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 400F. On a large oiled baking sheet, spread the pizza dough into a rectangle shape. Spread the sauce evenly and top with mozzarella cheese, leaving about 2 Tbsp of shredded cheese to the side. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the dough is crispy on the bottom.

While the pizza cooks, fry the bacon in a large skillet to desired crispiness. Set it aside on a paper towel until cooled slightly. Once the pizza is cooked, lay the bacon in a stripe pattern from left to right.

Use the blue tortilla chips to cover a small area in a rectangle shape at the top, lefthand side of the pizza, breaking them apart if needed. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top in several small heaps to represent stars.

Why choose Naked Bacon? Well, our bacon has 44% less fat and 25% less sodium than other bacon, naturally! Not only is out bacon nitrate-free and sugar-free, but it’s absolutely delicious! We’re proudly a family owned company, based in the Midwest and serving the entire US through our online store.

Naked Bacon Coastal Cobb Salad

Are you looking for the perfect summer salad to share for your next picnic or get-together? Or maybe you’re looking for a flavorful salad recipe to enjoy for yourself! Well, whatever you’re on the hunt for, look no further! This Coastal Cobb Salad is 100% Whole30 compliant, Paleo, Gluten Free AND Low Carb, featuring perfectly seasoned shrimp, a beautiful avocado rose, plenty of fresh vegetables, and of course, our delicious Original Sugar-Free Naked Bacon! Shared by Whole30 Certified Coach Dominique Mackins, this salad is simple, delicious, and follows the Whole30 meal template to a T!

Adding Whole30 Approved Naked Bacon to your salad is a great and easy way to up the flavor factor by approximately one thousand percent, maybe even two thousand percent! Choose from our line of sugar-free bacon flavors, like Original, No Sugar Added, Chipotle, and Jalapeño, all available in our most popular bundles (they all include shipping), like the BYO BLT, the Nice to Meat You, or The Whole30 Shebang. We KNOW they’re all unbelievably delicious - and our customers do, too. Here’s something a fan just emailed to tell us:

“My husband took one bite of Naked Bacon and said, “This is my new favorite bacon!’”

Join the movement and order #nakedbacon right now! If you sign up for our newsletter here, we’ll even send you a 10% off coupon code to use in our online store. And then you’ll be all set to make this unbelievably yummy Coastal Cobb Salad. Get the recipe, right here, right now!

COASTAL COBB SALAD
serves 4

Ingredients:
1 package Original Naked Bacon
1 lb. peeled and deveined shrimp
4-6 cups mixed salad greens
2 cups cherry tomatoes (swap for a chopped bell pepper if low carb/keto)
1/2 red onion
1-2 avocado
Seasoning blend of choice (we recommend Paleo Powder)
Dressing of choice (we recommend Tessemae’s Habanero Ranch
or The New Primal Buffalo Sauce)

Instructions:
1. Cook the bacon to preferred crispiness in a large skillet. Set aside until cooled, then roughly chop into bite-sized pieces.
2. Season shrimp with Paleo Powder or seasoning blend of choice. Saute it in a large pan with ghee or oil for about 2 minutes per side.
2. Slice the red onion, tomatoes, and avocado (get the avocado rose tutorial below!), and assemble your salads by dividing the salad mix among four bowls and topping with bacon, shrimp, and veggies. Drizzle with your dressing of choice and enjoy!

This recipe is courtesy of our friend Dominique Mackins of Charleston Fit Foodie. Dominique is a cardiac nurse and Whole30 Certified Coach sharing about food, fitness, parenting, and more on her blog, and Instagram and Facebook pages. Connect with her to learn more about her services!

Avocado Rose Tutorial:

Dominique shared this fun Avocado Rose tutorial over on our Instagram stories!

Grilled Naked Bacon Wrapped Green Beans

Springtime is here! And you know what that means — it’s time to fire up the grill! From your Memorial Day to Labor Day picnics and BBQs, make sure Whole30 Approved Naked Bacon is part of your celebration! Choose any of our sugar-free, nitrate-free bacon from our online store (did you know we have both Chipotle AND Jalapeño sugar-free bacons?!?!), for a surefire way to add a ton of flavor to your party... because you really don’t want to be known as the lame-o party people.

These bundles of green beans are wrapped in Whole30 Approved No Sugar Added Bacon and topped with just a little cracked black pepper, bleu cheese, and slivers of almonds. For a bold statement, you could drizzle them with a touch with balsamic reduction or maple syrup. It really doesn’t get any better than that!

Naked Bacon Wrapped Green Beans
Serves 4

Ingredients:
1 package No Sugar Added Naked Bacon
½ lb. green beans
1 tsp. olive oil
2 tbsp. crumbled blue cheese
2 tbsp. sliced or slivered almonds
1-2 tbsp.balsamic glaze or maple syrup (optional)

Instructions:
Preheat your grill to 400.
Wash and pat dry green beans. Separate the green beans into small bundles, about 7-8 beans each.
Carefully wrap each bundle with 1 slice of bacon, overlapping the bacon as little as possible. Use a few toothpicks to secure the ends of each strip in place. 
Drizzle the bunches with olive oil. 
Lay each bundle in a heated grill pan or directly onto the grill. Cook uncovered for about 2-3 minutes per side, turning until all sides are cooked. Once the ends of the beans are beginning to char and the bacon is crispy, remove from the grill and set aside. 
While the bunches are still warm, top with crumbled blue cheese, almonds, and a crack of fresh black pepper. Drizzle with glaze or syrup and enjoy!

Are you going to make this Gluten Free, Low Carb recipe for your next celebration? Be sure to tag us on Instagram and use #nakedbacon! And be sure to head to our online store to check out all the Whole30 Approved bacon and sausage options — our bundles are always a fan favorite, especially the 100% customizable BYO BLT and the Nice to Meat You!

*Recipe courtesy of Cook at Home Mom

Triple Jalapeno Naked Bacon Salad

Boring salads are officially a thing of the past! This Triple Jalapeño Salad was made by our friend Alexis Jacinto Rivera of Paleo Rookie, and it is 100% guaranteed to bring the flavor train straight to your tastebuds! It’s made with a homemade Jalapeño Chicken Burger, Jalapeño Naked Bacon, and Jalapeño hot sauce. Does it get any better than this? We think not. Just be sure you’ve got a big glass of water nearby!

TRIPLE JALAPENO SALAD
Serves 4
Ingredients:
4 Jalapeño Chicken Burgers (see below)
1 Package Jalapeño Sugar-Free Naked Bacon, cooked
4-6 cups mixed greens
1-2 tomatoes, sliced
2 tsp. cilantro
Jalapeño Hot Sauce

JALAPEÑO CHICKEN BURGER
makes 4 patties
Ingredients:
1 lb. ground chicken
1 jalapeño (with or without seeds)
a handful of cilantro
two stalks of green onions
2 tbsp. Bobs Red Mill almond flour
sea salt and black pepper to taste

1. Make the Chicken Burgers: Mix together all the ingredients and refrigerate for an hour. Form into 4 burgers. In a large skillet, grill the burgers on medium high for 4-5 min. each side in avocado oil. Rest the burgers while you assemble the salads.

2. Assemble the Salads: Divide the greens among four large plates. Top each plate with a few sliced tomatoes and one Jalapeno Chicken Burger. Add 2 pieces of Jalapeño Naked Bacon to each salad. Drizzle with jalapeno hot sauce (seen here is Dave’s Vegan Jalapeno Hot Sauce), sprinkle with cilantro, and enjoy!
   

Be sure to check out our Spice Up Your Life bundle! You’ll get stocked up on all the Chipotle and Jalapeno Naked Bacon your spice-loving heart desires!

*Alexis Jacinto Rivera is a wellness blogger sharing Paleo and Whole30 recipes through her Instagram account, @PaleoRookie. Be sure to connect with her there for more delicious recipes and health inspo!*

Whole30 Cobb Salad with Warm Bacon Dressing

Yup, you read that right. Naked Bacon isn’t just a topping on the salad, it’s the dressing too! Rendered bacon fat from Naked Bacon is a flavor powerhouse, so make sure you save it — We think it’s pretty magical stuff! Use the rendered fat to roast vegetables, fry eggs, and even make the most savory pie crusts ever (just think of the Chicken Pot Pies you could make!). Whole30 Coach Melissa Tenholder recently shared with us another amazing way to cook with rendered bacon fat. This is her recipe for WARM BACON DRESSING on an absolutely fantastic WHOLE30 COBB SALAD. We think this would be awesome for a meal prepped lunch or a quick and delicious dinner!

COBB SALAD
Ingredients:
Kale or spinach
Hard Boiled Eggs
Avocado
Sliced almonds (or any other nut)
Thinly sliced chicken
Bacon, duh.

WARM BACON DRESSING
Ingredients:
2 Tbsp. rendered bacon fat
2 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
1 tsp. dijon mustard
pinch each of garlic powder, salt and pepper

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Cook bacon on the stovetop over medium heat. Recommend ~2 pieces of sugar-free Naked Bacon per serving.
2. Transfer the cooked bacon to paper towels and pour the remaining bacon fat into a bowl.
3. Cook the chicken in a small bit of the remaining bacon fat in the same pan. Add a bit of oil if needed. Season liberally with salt and pepper.
4. Whisk together the warm bacon fat, vinegar, mustard, and spices.
5. Arrange the greens and your desired toppings in a salad bowl. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
6. Drizzle the warm dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.

Pro-tips: You can arrange this salad in advance and dress it at the last minute. The dressing may need to be warmed and whisked if it cools too much, but it is fine to store it in the fridge!

Melissa Tenholder is a Whole30 Certified Coach, cancer survivor, mom, fellow St. Louis native, and all-around awesome person. Be sure to connect with her more on Instagram or Facebook!

Meal Prep: Low Carb Chicken Salad with Naked Bacon

We’ve pretty much had it with sad desk lunches. We want FLAVOR. We want CRUNCH. We want… well, BACON! Because Bacon makes everything better (like egg salad!)

So we made a low-carb and Whole30 compliant salad with delicious grilled chicken salad and filled it up with lots of yummy veggies.

To top it off and add some serious flavor, we some crumbled Original Naked Bacon on top! Trust us, you won’t be bored with your packed lunch once you try this!

Naked Bacon Chicken Salad (Whole30/Low Carb)
Makes 4 Servings

Chicken Salad Ingredients:
2 - 2 1/2 cups cooked chicken, cut into bite sized pieces
2/3 - 1 cup compliant mayo
3 stalks celery, finely diced
1 carrot, chopped
2 Tbsp. finely chopped red onion
2 tsp. chopped fresh parsley
salt & pepper to taste

Mix all ingredients together and season to taste.

Salad & Toppings Ingredients:
4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1 package Original Naked Bacon, cooked, cooled & roughly chopped
1 cucumber, diced
4 eggs, hard boiled

Divide the lettuce into four bowls or meal prep containers. Top each bowl with chicken salad mixture, cucumbers, an egg, and crumbled Naked Bacon. Refrigerate and enjoy!

*Be sure to check out our online store to stock up on our Whole30 Approved bacon. While you’re there, grab one of our bundles, like the Nice to Meat You or the Whole30 Shebang - and if you’d like to set it and forget it, check out our NEW subscription packs. They’re 100% customizable, so you choose exactly which products come delivered to your door each month. Head to our Shop page to learn more!

Do you like to meal prep? What’s your favorite meal prep recipe? Let us know in the comments below!!

Creamy Turnip & Bacon Soup (Dairy Free)

Here is St. Louis, it’s officially time for all the creamy soups… topped with Naked Bacon, of course! This recipe is perfect for any healthy eating plan (Keto, Paleo, Whole30, Weight Watchers are more), because all Naked Bacon products are made without sugar, sweeteners, nitrates, or anything artificial. We used the No Sugar Added flavor in this soup, but it’d be just as tasty with our Original or Chipotle bacon, too. The choice is yours!

CREAMY TURNIP + NAKED BACON SOUP
1 package No Sugar Added Naked Bacon 
3 lbs turnips, peeled and chopped
3 Tbsp. ghee
4 large onions
1 clove garlic 
8 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 cup compliant almond milk (optional) 
1 small bunch parsley
salt & pepper to taste

Sauté the bacon in a large, heavy bottomed pan until crispy. Remove the bacon, allow to cool slightly, chop into bite sized pieces and set aside.

Peel and roughly chop the turnips and onions, and mince the garlic.

Melt the ghee in the pan, and add the vegetables. Sauté just until softened, then add in the broth.

Bring it to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer until all the vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.

Transfer the soup to the blender in batches and blend until smooth and creamy.

Stir in the almond milk if using, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Top each bowl with crumbled bacon and parsley.

Shop one of our most popular bundles: RISE & SHINE!
It’ll stock you up fully on our Whole30 Approved No Sugar Added Bacon, Original Bacon, and Naked Links Breakfast Sausage! And like all of our bundles, shipping is free!!! Head to the Shop Page to check it out!

Recipe courtesy of Cook At Home Mom.

Bacon Stuffed Grilled Rainbow Trout

What’s better than fresh caught fish? Absolutely nothing! Well before the hyper-local trend caught any traction, our CEO and Founder, John Kreilich, was fishing in areas local to St. Louis. The trout he used here is just about as fresh as it gets - and it’s stuffed with Naked Bacon and flavored with plenty of herbs and citrus. Trust us, this needs to go on the must-make list!

Herb Stuffed & Grilled Rainbow Trout
Serves 4

Ingredients:
4 fresh caught rainbow trout (these are local to St. Louis)
4-6 pieces of crumbled Original Naked Bacon
2 lemons
4 sprigs each of fresh thyme, sage, and lemongrass
4-6 Tbsp. Olive Oil
Sea Salt
Pepper

Clean each fish thoroughly and slice open. Pat them dry, then drizzle olive oil inside the trout and on the skin. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, and gently toss or rub to coat. Inside each cavity, place the crumbled bacon and one sprig each of thyme, sage, and lemongrass.

Slice each lemon into 1/4 inch slices. Place each fish on the grill and cook for 8 minutes. Turn the fish, lay the lemon slice on top, and cook another 8 minutes. Remove and serve immediately.

Loaded Caulifower Hummus

Whether you’re following a Whole30, Keto, or Paleo eating plan, or if you just like to eat good food, then this recipe is for you! Hummus is traditionally made with garbanzo beans (chick peas), tahini, garlic, lemon, oil and salt, but this is a new take. Replacing the beans with roasted cauliflower packs in lots of extra nutrition without sacrificing any of the flavor. And to make things even better - it’s loaded with our Chipotle Naked Bacon and a bunch of other crunchy toppings. Get the recipe right here, right now!

Loaded Cauliflower Hummus

Ingredients:
Recipe courtesy of Cook At Home Mom
1 head of cauliflower, cut into bite sized pieces ⠀
1/4 cup tahini⠀
Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 T)⠀
2-4 T olive oil⠀
2 cloves blanched garlic (you can use raw, but I prefer blanched or roasted garlic)⠀
1 tbsp. chopped cilantro or parsley⠀
1/8 - 1/4 tsp cumin ⠀
Salt & pepper to taste ⠀
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Toppings:⠀
2 Tbsp olive oil⠀
4 pieces Chipotle Naked Bacon chopped⠀
1/4 cup cherry tomatoes⠀
1 T diced red onion⠀
1/2 small cucumber, diced ⠀
1-2 T pepitas or sunflower seeds⠀
1 tsp cilantro or parsley ⠀
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Preheat oven to 400. Toss cauliflower with olive oil and spread on a baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, turning once, or until softened through and the edges are beginning to caramelize. Set aside and allow to cool. ⠀
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Put all ingredients into a high speed blender or food processor, and blend on medium until smooth. You can add extra olive oil for consistency if needed. Season to taste. ⠀
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Drizzle with olive oil and arrange toppings on top. Serve with sliced veggies or pita chips. ⠀,

Recipe courtesy of Cook At Home Mom

Naked Bacon Wrapped Egg Cups

Looking for a healthy, easy and super fun breakfast? These Naked Bacon egg cups are great healthy way to feed your family, for a hosted brunch, or to meal prep! They’re gluten free, low carb, paleo and whole30 compliant, too. Here we used our Original Bacon, but it’d be just as tasty with any of our other flavors! Try the recipe below:

Naked Bacon Wrapped Egg Cups
Ingredients:

• 6 slices Original Naked Bacon

• 10 egg whites

• 1 whole egg

• 1/2 red bell pepper

• 1 oz. baby spinach

• 1 oz. yellow onion

• 1/2 clove garlic

• ½ tsp. salt

• 1/2 tsp. pepper

Instructions:

Heat the oven to 350 F. Lightly coat a muffin pan or 6 silicone muffin forms with cooking spray or olive oil. Wrap a slice of bacon around the inside of each of the muffin forms and put a little spinach at the bottom of each.

Chop onions, and garlic finely and sauté for a few minutes until the onions are translucent.
Take the onion mix off the stove and divide it evenly between the 6 muffin forms, placing it on top of the spinach.

Chop bell pepper and add to the muffin forms. Combine egg whites, whole egg, salt and pepper and whisk them together. Pour the egg mixture into the muffin forms so it just covers the veggies. Bake for 25 minutes.

Naked Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers (Made in the Air Fryer!)

Recipe from Megan Horton, Second Heart Paleo

Ingredients:
1 8 oz. package of Original Naked Bacon
Jalapenos
Mini bell peppers
Kite Hill Cream Cheese
Garlic & Herb Spice Blend

Directions:
1. Preheat the air fryer to 360 degrees
2. Mix half the container of cream cheese with 2 tablespoons of garlic & herb seasoning. Make sure to stir it in really well!
3. Cut the jalapenos and mini bell peppers longwise. 
Pro tip: WEAR GLOVES. I learned my lesson handing jalapenos by hand and don't want y'all to suffer like me. 
4. Clean out and remove the seeds from the jalapenos and bell peppers, rinse under cool water
5. Stuff the jalapenos and bell peppers with the cream cheese mix
6. Wrap Naked Bacon around jalapenos and wrap half a piece around the mini bell peppers
7. Place in the air fryer and make sure there's plenty of room.
8. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes. I checked mine around 6 minutes and I prefer crispier bacon and let it cook for two more minutes.
9. Allow to cool and enjoy!

~Remember to wash your hands extremely well so you don't spread the jalapeno burn~

Chipotle Naked Bacon Loaded HasselbAck Potatoes

It's no secret, our Chipotle No Sugar Bacon is always a crowd pleaser! Hand cured and secretly spiced, it's unlike any other bacon out there today! There are a million ways to enjoy it, but here we used it for some delicious Loaded Hasselback Potatoes. This recipe is sure to impress your family and friends, plus it's Gluten Free, Keto, Paleo, and Whole30.

CHIPOTLE NAKED BACON LOADED HASSELBACK POTATOES

Ingredients:
1 8 oz. Naked Bacon Chipotle Sugar Free
4-6 medium russet potatoes
2-3 TBSP olive oil
salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup sliced chives

Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 425.

2. Place one potato between the handles of 2 wooden spoons or 2 chopsticks. Slice the potato into thin slices until your knife hits the chopsticks, leaving about 1/4 inch at the bottom unsliced. If you accidentally slice through, use a toothpick to re-connect. Repeat with the other potatoes.

3. Lay the potatoes on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil or melted butter, making sure to get in between all the slices. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and bake until soft and crispy at the edges, 50 to 60 minutes.

4. While the potatoes cook, cook the bacon until crispy and well done. Allow to cool, then chop the bacon into bite sized pieces. Slice the chives. Set aside.

5. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Top with chopped Chipotle Naked Bacon, sour cream (or paleo sour cream), and chives. 

Will you try this recipe? Let us know in the comments below!

Crostini Naked BLT w/ Sharp Cheddar

Ingredients

Naked Bacon! I used Jalapeño to make them a bit spicy.

Crostini Bread

Baby tomatoes

Lettuce

Toasted Sesame-Ginger Bacon Arugula Spread...It's just soo good!

Sharp Cheddar

Instructions

Fry up Naked Bacon.

Prepare your crostini on a baking sheet or broiler rack. 

Chop baby tomatoes, shred cheese, and cut lettuce to fit on crostini.

Layer up crostinis with delicious toppings! 

Arugula spread, lettuce, tomato, Naked Bacon, and Cheese!

Layer up the crostinis with all the delicious toppings! 

Toss in the oven or broiler until cheese is melted!

Eat warm and yummy!!

Enjoy!

Toasted Sesame-Ginger Bacon Arugula Spread (Think Pesto…)

We needed a Naked Bacon spread.. So we made one!! It’s wonderfully flavorful and adds a punch to any sandwich!!

Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Awesome!

Gather your supplies!

4-5 large handfuls of arugula

1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds

3/4 cup sesame seed oil (varies depending on consistency you want)

1/2 cup raw sunflower seeds

2 in ginger root

2 T Naked Bacon fat

3 slices Sugar Free Naked Bacon

salt pepper to taste

1/4 C. maple syrup

First fry up your Sugar Free Naked Bacon and save about 2 T of the fat.

Toast Sesame Seeds to lightly brown.

Grate Ginger Root.

Place all ingredients in a food processor and chop it up!! 

Spread on delicious Companion Crostini or other hearty bread!