Ingredient

Bacon Cured With

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Curing agents are added to bacon to prevent spoilage, inhibit the growth of harmful …

What it is

Bacon cured with refers to bacon that has been treated with curing agents, typically salt, along with sodium nitrite or other curing salts. This process helps preserve the bacon, enhance its flavor, and give it a characteristic pinkish-red color.

Why it's used

Curing agents are added to bacon to prevent spoilage, inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria like Clostridium botulinum, and develop its distinctive cured flavor and texture. They are essential for the preservation and palatability of bacon products.

Health notes

The FDA regulates the use of nitrites and nitrates in cured meats. While nitrites help prevent botulism, concerns exist about the potential formation of nitrosamines, which are classified as probable human carcinogens by the WHO/IARC. However, regulatory bodies like the FDA and EFSA have evaluated these substances and set limits on their use in cured meats to minimize risks. Evidence on the health effects of nitrites and nitrates at typical consumption levels is mixed, with some studies suggesting links to certain health issues while others find no significant association.

Allergen info

Bacon itself is not one of the 9 FDA major allergens. However, some curing ingredients or processing aids could potentially be derived from major allergens, though this is uncommon. Gluten is not typically present in bacon or its standard curing agents.

Products containing Bacon Cured With

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Kraft Heinz Foods Company Cheese & Bacon Loaded Fries Crispy, Microwavable French Fries Loaded With Cheddar Cheese, Monterey Jack Cheese & Bacon, Cheese & Bacon French Fries, Potatoes & Onion Rings High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 235kcal 5.9Protein 12.9Fat 21.2Carbs Best Chicago Meat Company LLC Pub Style Burgers, Bacon & Cheddar Frozen Patties and Burgers High in sodium — 44% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 80% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 39% DV per serving 309kcal 19.7Protein 25Fat 1.3Carbs R. L. Zeigler Company Inc. Red Hots Imitation Sausage-Artificially Colored Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 32% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 289kcal 14.5Protein 23.7Fat 5.3Carbs Pizza Corner Chicken Bacon Ranch Dressing, Buffalo Style Chicken, Bacon, Cheddar & Mozzarella Cheese On A Crust Pizza, Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza High in sodium — 35% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 303kcal 12.9Protein 15.2Fat 28.0Carbs Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., Inc. Turkey And Bacon Cobb Salad Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 47% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 45% DV per serving 194kcal 5.7Protein 15.9Fat 7.5Carbs

Safeway, Inc. Turkey Club Sandwich Wrap Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 282kcal 10.3Protein 17.9Fat 19.7Carbs Demers Food Group Inc. Chicken & Bacon Fried Rice White Meat Chicken, Bacon, Fried Rice, Peas, Carrots, & Onion, Chicken & Bacon Fried Rice Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 35% DV per serving 128kcal 7.0Protein 3.1Fat 19.4Carbs Tony's Finer Foods Bacon & Cheddar Premium Angus Beef Pub Style Burgers, Bacon & Cheddar Frozen Patties and Burgers High in sodium — 40% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 80% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 36% DV per serving 303kcal 19.1Protein 24.3Fat 1.3Carbs Yancey's Fancy Inc. Smoked Gouda With Bacon Cheese, Smoked Gouda With Bacon Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 357kcal 21.4Protein 28.6Fat 3.6Carbs Demers Food Group Inc. Chicken & Bacon Alfredo White Meat Chicken, Bacon, Broccoli, & Penne With Alfredo Sauce, Chicken & Bacon Alfredo Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 34% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 128kcal 9.2Protein 3.5Fat 15.0Carbs The Real Good Food Company LLC Broccoli & Cheddar Cheese Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Chicken, Broccoli; Cheddar Cheese Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 41% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 42% DV per serving 224kcal 20.6Protein 15.9Fat 1.2Carbs Gourmet Beef Patties With Bacon And Cheddar Cheese, Bacon And Cheddar Cheese Frozen Patties and Burgers High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 27% DV per serving 277kcal 18.8Protein 21.4Fat 0Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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