Bacon Fat And Cooked Bacon
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What it is
Bacon fat is the rendered fat collected from cooked bacon, which comes from the belly of a pig. Cooked bacon consists of cured, smoked, and then cooked pork belly, often diced or crumbled.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add bacon fat and cooked bacon to foods primarily for their distinctive savory, smoky flavor and rich texture. They are often found in dishes like canned beans, seasoning mixes, and flavored rice to enhance taste.
Health notes
Bacon fat and cooked bacon are food ingredients, not food additives, and are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for their intended use. They are high in saturated fat. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend keeping saturated fat intake to less than 10% of daily calories. JECFA and EFSA typically evaluate food additives and do not set specific limits for whole food ingredients like bacon fat or cooked bacon.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
Products containing Bacon Fat And Cooked Bacon
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McCormick & Company, Inc.
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0kcal
0Protein
0Fat
76.9Carbs
McCormick & Company, Inc.
Molasses Bacon Seasoning, Molasses Bacon
0kcal
0Protein
0Fat
0Carbs
Bush Brothers & Company
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85kcal
3.9Protein
0.8Fat
16.1Carbs
Bush Brothers & Company
Sweet Mesquite Black Beans Simmered With Onions And Red Peppers In A Sweet And Smoky Sauce Grillin' Beans, Sweet Mesquite
123kcal
4.6Protein
0.8Fat
24.6Carbs