Sweet meat treat - Bacon dipped in chocolate

Bacon dipped in dark chocolate

Okay, I know this one seems the slightest be peculiar.  However these treats do actually taste really good and are ideal as an alternative dessert or unique party snack.  If you choose your chocolate and bacon wisely it is even allergen free.  It is also a really simple to make - the most complex part is trying not to burn the chocolate while melting it as it goes very bitter.  You also only need to two ingredients Chocolate of your choice and bacon.

My one suggestion would be to choose a sweeter chocolate for this recipe as bitter chocolate overrides the bacon flavor.

Directions

Crisp up small pieces if bacon in a frying pan.  Boil water in a saucepan.  After the water has boiled take it off the heat and place to a side.  While the water is still hot break chocolate into small chunks and place in a small bowl or mug.  Sit the utensil containing the chocolate in the water, being careful not get the water in the chocolate in the process.  Stir the chocolate as it melts.  When melted simply dip the bacon pieces in the chocolate and put aside to cool.

This treat is enjoyable when hot or cold.

Dairy Free, Gluten Free Carbonara Sauce

I have a difficult time using commercial foods with my food intolerances.  Over the years I have discovered shortcuts and simple recipes that are every bit as good as their dairy counterpart. This is an excellent Carbonara substitute, however I do warn those who are looking for a milk alternative with that milky taste that this is far from it.

Ingredients:

Bacon rashes
1 cup soy milk
1 teaspoon Tahini
2-3 cloves of Garlic
Cornflour
Cooked Pasta

Preparation:  Peel and crush the garlic.  Dice the Bacon rashes.  Heat the Garlic at a low temperature. Bring the pan to a med-high heat and begin the fry the diced bacon.  As the bacon browns mix in a little cornflour - not too much as this is the thickening agent for the sauce.  Stir in the Soy Milk and Tahini.  It is important this is done over a low heat as soy milk curdles easily.  After a few minutes if the sauce is not yet thick enough, add more cornflour and allow the sauce to thicken.  Strip through cooked pasta.