{"product_id":"pos-1933","title":"Bacon Cure Cracked Pepper","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring bold, peppery flavor to your homemade bacon with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBackwoods® Cracked Pepper Bacon Seasoning \u0026amp; Cure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This savory blend combines salty, smoky notes with a distinctive cracked pepper kick, turning pork belly and other cuts into delicious bacon. Whether you’re preparing domestic meats or wild game, it’s a flavorful addition to your home curing routine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreparation Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStart with fresh bellies chilled to 42°F within 24–30 hours after slaughter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDry rub:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Combine the seasoning and cure, then rub the mixture over the bellies, covering the meat completely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWet brine:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dissolve the entire seasoning packet and 4¾ teaspoons (22.6 g) of cure in ½ gallon of water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace the prepared bellies in a covered container or zip-top bag. Refrigerate for seven days at a constant 38°F, turning daily.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter curing, rinse the bellies with fresh water and pat thoroughly dry with paper towels. Place them on cooling racks with a fan blowing over them for 30 minutes per side. This helps form a pellicle—a tacky surface that helps smoke adhere. Alternatively, place the bellies on a cooling rack, cover, and refrigerate overnight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmoke using your usual bacon-smoking procedure, then refrigerate overnight. Remove the rind, if still attached, and slice as desired, or freeze unsliced. Freeze any bacon that will not be eaten within 7–10 days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePackage size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 26 oz. (737 g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYield:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Seasons 25 lbs. of meat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A pre-measured packet of cure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pimp My Grill","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47899288731876,"sku":"POS-1933","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0795\/1617\/2516\/files\/9135_Rendering_HiRes__60633.webp?v=1791219741","url":"https:\/\/pelletgrillsgalore.com\/products\/pos-1933","provider":"Pellet Grills Galore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}