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  2. The Spruce Eats
    https://www.thespruceeats.com/history-of-bacon-1807563

    The History of Bacon, From Ancient to Modern Times

    • Learn how bacon evolved from ancient salted pork to a modern culinary icon in the U.S. and beyond. Discover the origins, meanings, and uses of bacon in different cultures and times.… See more

    Bacon in Ancient and Medieval Times

    Salted pork belly first appeared on dining tables thousands of years ago in China. Pork curing methods spread throughout the Roman Empire, and Anglo-Saxon pea… See more

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    Bacon in The New World

    Queen Isabella sent eight pigs to Cuba with Christopher Columbus, but the National Pork … See more

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    Bacon on The Modern Table

    In a health-conscious age, you might expect to find fatty bacon low on the list of preferred foods. But Americans are eating more pork now than they have in decades—… See more

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    TypeCured pork
    Main ingredientsSalt-cured pork belly
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  1. Wikipedia
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bacon

    Bacon - Wikipedia

  2. The English Breakfast Society
    https://englishbreakfastsociety.com/history-of-bacon.html

    History Of Bacon - English Breakfast Society

  3. Just Cook
    https://justcook.butcherbox.com/bacon/bacon-history

    For the Love of Bacon: History, Facts, and More - Just Cook

  4. People also ask
    Where did Bacon come from?
    Until well into the 16th century, the Middle English term bacon or bacoun referred to all pork in general. The word bacon derives from various Germanic and French dialects, including the Old French bacun, Old High German bacho (meaning buttock) and Old Teutonic backe, which refers to the back.

    The History of Bacon, From Ancient to Modern Times - The Spruce Eats

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    What is the history of bacon curing?
    The history of bacon curing is a story about the growth of bacon as an 'industry', leading up to the end of the 18th century, the way bacon was cured and produced was notably different to the way is was done by the 19th Century. Before the industrial revolution, bacon was traditionally produced on local farms.

    History Of Bacon - English Breakfast Society

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    When was Bacon first used?
    In the 16th Century, the word “bacoun” or bacon was used to refer to any kind of pork. It was only in the 17th Century that “bacon” was used to refer exclusively to the salted and smoked belly that we know today as bacon. In Yorkshire and Tamworth, there were breeds of pigs that were specifically grown for making bacon.

    Bacon History - Bacon Scouts

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    Why was Bacon important in the 19th century?
    The relatively long storage life of bacon made it the only meat to gain importance as an international trade commodity in the late 19th century. Wholesale and retail cuts of pork.

    Bacon | Description, Types, & Nutritional Value | Britannica

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  5. Time
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    The Complete History of How Bacon Took Over the World

  6. Bacon Scouts
    https://www.baconscouts.com/bacon-facts/bacon-history

    Bacon History - Bacon Scouts

  7. Britannica
    https://www.britannica.com/topic/bacon

    Bacon | Description, Types, & Nutritional Value

    WebJul 20, 1998 · Learn about bacon, a cured and smoked side of pork that was the staple meat of western Europe for centuries. Find out how bacon is made, what varieties exist, and why it is not very nutritious.

  8. pigpedia.com
    https://pigpedia.com/history-of-bacon-a-love-affair...

    History of Bacon: A Love Affair – Insight into its Popularity

  9. curingchamberguide.com
    https://curingchamberguide.com/curing-meat/where-does...

    Unraveling the Mysteries: Where Does Bacon Come From?

  10. New World Encyclopedia
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    Bacon - New World Encyclopedia

    WebHistory. Bacon was a staple meat for European peasants for many centuries. Its long storage life, due to the curing process and the ready availability of pigs, made it accessible to all. It was the first meat to become an important international trade commodity.

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