"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Bacon might just be the world's greatest invention and that's no exaggeration. It's crispy, salty, smoky, ...

Bacon Day on Dec. 30 gives a familiar ingredient its own spotlight on winter menus. In many kitchens, morning plates and dessert counters add new recipes while cooks try sauces, crumbs and toppings ...