Honoring National Bacon Lovers Day with Bacon and Burger Combinations
On August 20 each year, it’s National Bacon Lovers Day! From the simple joy of those savory strips to the myriad ways to use it, bacon like other beloved foods including burgers has rightfully earned a designated day of recognition each year. In honor of National Bacon Lovers Day or just because, check out the informational bits about bacon below and ideas for bacon and burger combinations, as featured on the Freddy’s menu.
3 Interesting Tidbits about Bacon
As a bacon lover, you know how delicious bacon is on its own and recognize its ability to enhance numerous dishes. Additionally, it’s likely that you may have a preferred method for cooking bacon. You also probably already use it in sandwiches or wrapped around other ingredients, not to mention chopped up and sprinkled into salads or pastas. Whether you want more food knowledge for future trivia competitions or to expand your bacon cooking and recipe repertoire, here are a few points of interest in honor of National Bacon Lovers Day:
A Sliver of Bacon’s History: As highlighted in its celebration of one popular sandwich for bacon lovers – the BLT, Saveur notes that bacon’s earliest beginnings took place around 1500 BCE in China. By the 20th century in this country, bacon was firmly established as an essential ingredient in recipes like the club sandwich and the BLT.
The Many Methods for Cooking Bacon: As with grilling hamburgers, people often have their own preferred methods of and tips for cooking bacon. Whether you are looking for a different bacon experience or want to try out a new approach to bacon preparation, consider checking out this guide from The Kitchn which reviews eight different methods for cooking bacon. In doing so, you may find a strategy that better suits your bacon needs, not to mention time constraints, preferred level of cleanup or desire for culinary experimentation.
Unique Ways to Use Bacon: From bacon jam to bacon desserts, there are so many unique bacon recipes – one of which you might consider trying on National Bacon Lovers Day. For example, you might make a batch of bacon jam and serve it as part of each meal, snack or dessert on August 20. To this end, the BENSA Bacon Lovers Society shares 25 recommendations for using this craveable condiment. Wondering about some sweet bacon applications? Celebrate this special bacon occasion with bacon desserts like the recipes for truffles or chocolate-covered bacon shared at Taste of Home.
Burgers and Bacon: A Beautiful Combination for National Bacon Lovers Day
A core ingredient in club sandwiches and BLTs, bacon has also long been a popular burger topping. Its smokiness, saltiness and sometimes slight sweetness (depending on its preparation) make bacon a complementary flavor pairing with many types of burgers. Crispy bacon also adds a tantalizing textural contrast to the rich, juicy burger itself and other toppings like sauces and cheese. For your enjoyment on National Bacon Lovers Day or any other occasion, here are three menu selections that showcase the beauty of bacon and burgers at your local Freddy’s:
Freddy’s Original Bacon and Cheese Double
Served with other classic toppings like mustard, pickles and onion on a toasted bun, the Freddy’s Original Bacon and Cheese Double features two steakburger patties layered with American cheese and topped with slices of crispy bacon. Available for enjoyment on its own or as part of a combo meal, guests can customize this steakburger and many other menu items to their specifications!
Grilled Cheese Steakburger
If you like bacon in both your grilled cheese sandwich and on your burger, then try the Grilled Cheese Steakburger on National Bacon Lovers Day or whenever you next visit Freddy’s. Standard preparation of this burger includes two slices of American cheese, two slices of Swiss Cheese, crispy bacon and two steakburger patties, which are all layered between buttery Texas toast and accompanied by a specialty tomato spread. If you want even more bacon, extra cheese, a different sauce or another component like grilled onions, be sure to specify these requests when placing your order.
Steakburger Bowl
One of four different bowls available at Freddy’s, the Steakburger Bowl features two steakburger patties and chopped bacon, as well as crisp lettuce, diced tomatoes and onions, both Monterery Jack and cheddar cheeses, and a choice of sauces such as our Freddy’s Smoky Fry Sauce®.
On National Bacon Lovers Day, savor the flavor of bacon at the Freddy’s near you. From club sandwiches to assorted steakburger menu items, these dishes like so many others benefit from the presence of bacon. Don’t forget to join Freddy’s Rewards to start earning points on every order!