If you’re looking for an excuse to eat bacon, you just found one. National Bacon Day is here, and honestly, we can’t think of a better way to celebrate than by taking those salty, smoky strips out of the frying pan and onto the grill.
At Barbecues Galore, we’re all about leveling up your cookout game. And bacon? It’s the ultimate secret weapon. From a classic crispy breakfast to burger toppings, it’s not just food, it’s a lifestyle.
Grilling bacon directly on the barbecue gives you that smoky, crispy finish the stovetop just can’t match. Start by preheating your grill to medium heat and laying down some thick-cut slices. Flip once the edges curl and let the heat do its thing.
Or, if you're not in the mood to play bacon Jenga with your tongs, try the Brander T-Topper Grill Topper. It keeps every strip in place while still delivering that flame-kissed flavour.
Want to upgrade your setup even more? The Napoleon Cast Iron Reversible Griddle holds heat evenly and gives you the option of a flat or ridged surface.
Smoke it low and slow on a Yoder
If you’ve got a Yoder Smoker, this is where things get gourmet. Bacon takes on a rich, smoky flavour that turns it into the main character, not just a sidekick to eggs.
Preheat your smoker to 300°F and toss in some hickory wood chunks for a bold, slightly sweet smoke. Lay the bacon flat on the smoker grates or use a wire rack and tray if you’ve already got one at home. Either way, the low and slow approach will help the fat render evenly and infuse every strip with wood-fired goodness.
Smoke for 25 to 30 minutes until the edges are crisp and slightly glossy. Perfect for sandwiches, brunch, or straight off the tray when no one’s looking.
Griddle it on the Brander
If you’re after the full breakfast experience, the Brander 4-Burner Griddle is your best friend. This setup gives you enough space to cook an entire brunch spread without leaving the deck.
Start by laying your bacon flat on the griddle over medium heat. As the strips crisp up, that beautiful bacon fat creates the perfect cooking surface for eggs, hashbrowns, and toast. Use a set of Brander Cheech and Tong Stainless Steel Tongs to flip and shuffle everything into place.
Crisp it up in the Gozney
Your Gozney Tread or Gozney Dome isn’t just for artisan pizza. It’s a high-heat, bacon station if you’ve got the right tools.
Place a Cast Iron Skillet inside your preheated oven and let it get hot before adding your bacon. The intense radiant heat will crisp the edges while rendering the fat evenly. You’ll get smoky depth and fast results. Perfect for layering on a pizza or folding into a quesadilla.
Pro tip: Save that rendered fat to cook mushrooms, shallots, or even eggs in the same pan. It’s bacon-flavoured everything, all the way down.
Upgrade your bacon experience with patio perks
We’re not saying bacon tastes better when you’re sitting in a stylish patio chair... but we’re also not not saying that.
After you’ve nailed the perfect bacon cook outside, why go back in? Our patio furniture collection is full of outdoor dining sets, loungers, and sectionals.
If you want furniture that says “brunch lives here,” we’ve got a setup to match every backyard. Pair your plate of bacon with a cold drink, a sunny spot, and a reason to stay out just a little longer.
Show us how you bacon
Tried one of these methods? Created a bacon masterpiece of your own? Tag @barbecuesgalore so we can see it, celebrate it, and maybe even repost it.
We want to see bacon on grills, in smokers, inside pizza ovens, and on plates beside your patio set. If it sizzles, it belongs on our feed.
