Old Timers Bacon Recipe
Make this Old Timers Bacon Recipe in just 35 minutes! A creamy, hearty bacon dish with peppers and onions. Easy, family-friendly American comfort food.
Equipment & Tools
- Skillet
- Measuring Cup
- Measuring Spoon
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Mixing Bowl
- Paper Towels
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Pederson’s Natural Farms bacon, recommended sliced into strips
- 2 green peppers diced
- 2 onions diced
- 4 cups Horizon Organic whole milk, recommended
- 4 tablespoons flour
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Optional add-ins:
- 3 –4 cups cheddar cheese
- 1 can diced tomatoes drained
- 1 can corn drained
- 1 can black beans washed and drained
- Chili powder or garlic powder
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon strips and cook until crispy. If needed, cook in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Once cooked, transfer the bacon to paper towels to drain excess grease.
- In the same skillet (keep a little bacon grease for flavor), add diced green peppers and onions. Sauté until soft and slightly tender, about 5–7 minutes.
- Add the flour to the skillet and stir well. Slowly pour in the milk while stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens. This usually takes 5–8 minutes.
- Return the crispy bacon to the skillet. Stir well and cook for another 2 minutes to combine flavors.
- Serve immediately while hot and creamy.
Notes
You can replace whole milk with half-and-half or cream for a richer taste.
For extra cheesiness, add cheddar cheese after the sauce thickens.
If you prefer baked bacon, cook it in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15–20 minutes.
Always remove seeds and membranes from green peppers to reduce bitterness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1portionCalories: 520kcal (26%)Carbohydrates: 12g (4%)Protein: 22g (44%)Fat: 44g (68%)Cholesterol: 95mg (32%)Sodium: 980mg (43%)Potassium: 420mg (12%)Sugar: 8g (9%)Calcium: 180mg (18%)Iron: 1.8mg (10%)
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