What makes a fast-foodburgerorchicken sandwichgreat?

For some of us, it’s when it’s topped with a slice of thick, juicy bacon.

But what, besides the flavor and crispness, makes one bacon a higher quality option than another?

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Rose also warned against eatingundercooked bacon.

“It can be tricky to order bacon just how you like it at a restaurant.

Properly cooked bacon should always have a rich color and at least a slightly crispy texture.”

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Fried chicken is topped with avocado and thick bacon sourced fromNiman Ranch, for a flavor and texture bomb.

Add grilled mushrooms or onions for even more flavor.

It’s also given a smear of bacon jam, for double the bacon punch.

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The chain promisesall of its ingredientsare of the highest quality.

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Shake Shack Bacon Fry 1

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Elevation Burger bacon burger

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MooYah bacon burger

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Habit Burger Grill bacon

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