Here, we pepped up the fail-safe brunch combination of bacon, egg, and cheese by adding handfuls of flavorful sautéed arugula.

Candied bacon might seem like the ultimate example of gilding the lily, but it adds a sweet, smoky edge to this already luscious pie.

Bacon and chestnuts turned out to be a perfect pairing for Thanksgiving green beans, as the latter picks up the smoky flavor of the former.

Clams are excellent on the grill and they pop open when cooked. Combined with crisp bacon, they’re the foundation of a flavorful pasta sauce.

Inspired by the French salad of frisée au lardons and the classic egg-and-bacon sandwich, the resulting ’wich reaches a higher realm. (registration required)...

This light chowder with a subtle note of smokiness really lets the scallops shine.

Blue cheese and crisp bacon balance the gentle acidity of heirloom tomatoes, which are best eaten raw for a true appreciation of their natural flavor.

Fried zucchini is a classic snack, but watch what happens when it’s amped up with smoky bacon and spicy jalapeño.

Roasting Brussels sprouts turns them into the bacon of the vegetable world. And everyone likes bacon.