Bavarian Bacon Barrels

Sat, May 24, 2025 / 1 min read

Chef Anthony Alejandro brought the flavor and the inspiration with this unforgettable dish: Emmentaler cheese-stuffed Tender Belly bacon on warm German potato salad, fried parsley, pickled apples, Düsseldorf mustard, and a mulled apple cider gastrique.

His inspiration behind the dish? He says, "Tender Belly Bacon reminds me of the old-world craftsmanship that is given to Charcuterie in Europe. When I tried it the first time, the first thing I thought was, 'I'd love a beer.' With that in mind, I sent off to create something to honor Tender Belly and these traditions with respect and fun."

Pair these with the warm German potato salad, homemade pickled apples, fried parsley, mulled apple cider gastrique, and the Düsseldorf mustard. Enjoy with your favorite micro-brew or Bavarian style beer!

Bavarian Bacon Barrels

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Ingredients

2 cups Buttermilk
1 tsp Seasoned salt
1 tsp granulated garlic
1 cup flour
4oz. Emmentaler cheese-cut in ½ in cubes
3 Tender Belly Bacon Strips
3 Wooden Skewers

Directions:

On a lined sheet pan, par bake Tender Belly Bacon strips at 300 degrees for 10 minutes and cool in the refrigerator.
Mix the buttermilk and seasonings.
Wrap each of the cheese cubes tightly with the Tender Belly Bacon strips and skewer tightly shut then freeze for 3 hours.
Fry the Tender Belly Bacon barrels at 350 degrees for until golden brown. About 2 minutes.

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This bacon is so good I want to put it in my hair. That's not weird is it? No seriously, it really is the best bacon I have ever had.

This is the BEST bacon I have ever had. Very Juicy and tender. This bacon literally melts in the mouth.

Words pale to explain the rich layers of flavor in every bite of tender belly ham. The smallest bite delivers a rich full mouth experience that will be sure to put a smile on the face of your harshest ham critic.

The sausage links are outstanding and full of flavor, I highly recommend them