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Last Updated: May 1, 2022 by Angela Latimer ยท Leave a Comment

Bacon Slices Per Pound

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Wondering how many bacon slices per pound are in your package so you can plan a flavorful family meal without any hiccups? Read on to learn more about how many strips of bacon you'll need for any recipe!

How Many Slices of Bacon In A Pound

Whether you love bacon or hate it, there is no denying its popularity and versatility. In the world of bacon, one question always comes up: how many bacon slices per pound?

Depending on the thickness of your bacon, you can expect to find anywhere from 10 to 32 slices per pound. So if you're looking for a delicious bacon fix, be sure to check the packaging when buying bacon so that you get exactly what you need.

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  • How Many Slices of Bacon In A Pound
  • โ” How Much Bacon Per Pound?
  • ๐Ÿ’ญ Things To Consider
  • โš–๏ธ Bacon Slices Per Pound
  • ๐Ÿฅ“ Recipes Featuring Bacon!
  • ๐Ÿ’ฌ Comments & Reviews

Whether you're making a bacon sandwich or adding it to your favorite recipe, knowing the number of bacon slices per pound will help ensure that your dish turns out perfectly every time.

โ” How Much Bacon Per Pound?

Bacon is a popular and versatile ingredient, but it can be difficult to determine exactly how much bacon you will need for your recipe. This is because the bacon thickness can vary significantly, with thinner bacon typically having more slices per pound than thicker bacon.

Other factors that may influence the number of bacon slices per pound include the type of bacon (regular, thin, or thick), as well as individual preferences and cooking methods.

๐Ÿ’ญ Things To Consider

One way to decide how much bacon to buy is to consider the specific recipe you are preparing. For example, if you are making a bacon sandwich or adding bacon to scrambled eggs, you may only need a few pieces of bacon.

However, if you are making something like bacon-wrapped shrimp or a bacon-topped salad, you may need a larger quantity.

Another factor to consider is the thickness of the bacon. As a general rule, there will be 10 to 32 slices in each pound of bacon with the thicker cuts towards the lower end of that range.

โš–๏ธ Bacon Slices Per Pound

For example, regular-sliced bacon is .062 inches thick (1/16 inch) with 16 - 20 slices per pound, while thin-sliced bacon is .031 inches thick (1/32 inch) with 28 - 32 slices per pound. Thick-sliced bacon is .111 inches thick (โ…› inch) with 10 - 14 slices per pound.

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So, when buying bacon, be sure to check the packaging for information about the bacon thickness, as well as the number of bacon slices per pound. With this information, you can ensure that you have exactly the quantity and type of bacon that you need for your recipe!

๐Ÿฅ“ Recipes Featuring Bacon!

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