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    Canadian bacon

    noun

    • 1. cured meat from the back of a pig; back bacon: US "we start by opting for leaner meats that still pack tons of flavour, including Canadian bacon"
  2. Sep 11, 2021 · Canadian bacon and ham are similar cuts of meat; however, each comes from a different part of the pig.

  3. Feb 7, 2024 · Canadian bacon is brined pork loin that is leaner and sweeter than belly bacon. Learn how to cook, store, and use it in various dishes, such as Hawaiian pizza, eggs Benedict, and soup.

  4. Jan 4, 2022 · Canadian bacon is a lean, precooked slice of pork loin that tastes like ham, while American bacon is a fattier, cured and smoked slice of pork belly. Learn how to cook and substitute these two types of bacon in various dishes.

  5. Aug 3, 2023 · Canadian bacon is a cured, smoked and sliced pork loin that originated in Canada. Learn how it differs from ham in cut, flavor and texture, and how to use it in various dishes from eggs benedict to pasta.

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    • Meat Cut. Both are a type of pork. But the biggest distinction between them is they come from two different cuts. Canadian bacon is pork loin. This cut comes from the back of the pig, so it’s one of the leaner cuts with less marbling.
    • Shape. If you go to the grocery store, you’ll see ham and bacon in all different shapes and sizes. So it can be difficult to tell the variety of cuts apart.
    • Preservation Method. Both types of meats undergo a curing process. This involves using a mix of salt, sugar, and spices to preserve the meat. Preserving ham may or may not include brining.
    • Taste. If you’ve ever tried different types of steak, you know where it comes from on the cow affects the taste. The same goes for the cut of pig and the preservation method of ham and Canadian bacon.
  7. Feb 10, 2023 · Learn how to tell the difference between Canadian bacon and ham, two similar but distinct pork products. Find out where they come from, how to use them, and what recipes to try.

  8. Jan 29, 2018 · Canadian bacon is not from Canada, but from the loin of a pig, making it leaner and sweeter than regular bacon. Learn the difference, the health benefits, and the best ways to enjoy this unusual variety of bacon.