Turkey Bacon

A meat product produced from smoked turkey, which has a similar appearance and flavor to traditional pork bacon, but is lower in calories and saturated fat. Because it contains less fat than pork bacon, turkey bacon shrinks less when cooked.
Turkey Bacon Glossary Term

USDA Nutrition Facts

Serving Size1 cup pieces
Calories382
Protein29g
Total Fat27g
Total Carbohydrates3g
Dietary Fiber0g
Sugars0g
Potassium395mg
Sodium2285mg
Cholesterol98mg
Serving Size1 serving
Calories250
Protein15g
Total Fat20g
Total Carbohydrates1g
Dietary Fiber0g
Sugars1g
Potassium208mg
Sodium1213mg
Cholesterol90mg

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Glossary Terms
A process in which a whole turkey is soaked in a salt and water solution for a period of time for the purpose of moistening the meat and enhancing the flavor.
A type of turkey that has been soaked in a solution of salt and water for a period of time for the purpose of moistening the meat and enhancing the flavor.
A solution of salt and water used as a soaking medium for whole turkeys for the purpose of moistening the meat and enhancing the flavor.
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