Naturally hickory wood smoked. US inspected and passed by Department of Agriculture. Microwaveable. Country people making country goodness. Lancaster County, PA. Lancaster County, in the heart of the famous Pennsylvania Dutch Country, is nationally recognized for its outstanding foods. Good eating and Lancaster County have long been synonymous. Central to that tradition of fine dining are old-fashioned wood smoked meats. One of Lancaster County's premier manufacturers of these outstanding wood smoked meats is John F. Martin & Sons, Inc. The company was founded over 40 years ago by John F. Martin on his Lancaster County farm and remains a family owned company operating on the original farm. When you sample Martin’s products, you will understand the secret of their success. Great tasting high quality products. You'll be coming back to the taste of old fashioned flavor.

Cured With: Water, Salt, Maple Syrup, Sugar, Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Erythorbate, Maple Flavor, (natural And Artificial), Sodium Nitrite

Safe Handling Instructions: This product was prepared from inspected and passed meat and/ or poultry. Some food products may contain bacteria that could cause illness if the product is mishandled or cooked improperly. For your protection, follow these safe handling instructions. Keep refrigerated or frozen. Thaw in refrigerator or microwave. Keep raw meat and poultry separate from other foods. Wash working surfaces (including cutting boards), utensils, and hands after touching raw meat or poultry. Cook thoroughly. Keep hot foods hot. Refrigerate leftovers immediately or discard. Bacon Cooking Instructions: Storage: Keep refrigerated or frozen. Use or freeze by date stamped on package. Vacuum-packaged bacon will keep up to 6 months in the freezer. Once opened, use within 1 week. Stovetop: Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until browned and crisp, turning to brown evenly. Drain bacon on a paper towel if desired. Oven: Arrange bacon in single layer in shallow baking dish. Bake at 375 degrees F for 14 to 17 minutes or until browned and crisp. Microwave: Arrange slices in single layer between paper towels in microwave-safe dish. Microwave on high for the following approximate times: 2 slices 2 to 2-1/2 minutes; 4 slices 4 to 4-1/2 inputs; 6 slices 5-6 minutes. Note: All microwave ovens vary. Times given are approximate. Keep refrigerated.