How to Make Bacon Explosion - A Step-by-Step Guide

There are few things in life more indulgent than bacon, and the Bacon Explosion is the epitome of that indulgence. This mouthwatering recipe combines two of the most beloved meats - bacon and sausage - into a delectable, smoky, and satisfying dish that is sure to impress anyone who tries it.

Originally created by Jason Day and Aaron Chronister, also known as the BBQ Addicts, the Bacon Explosion has gained a cult following among BBQ enthusiasts and food lovers alike. This recipe has be...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds thick-cut bacon, divided
  • 1 tablespoon barbeque spice rub, divided
  • 2 pounds bulk pork sausage
  • 1 cup finely shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (18 ounce) bottle barbeque sauce

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 hrs 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 3 hrs
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Preheat smoker to 225 to 250 degrees F (110 to 120 degrees C).
  • Reserve about 1/2 pound bacon for cooking. Lay 2 strips of the remaining bacon on a clean surface in an X. Alternate horizontal and vertical bacon strips, weaving them tightly in an over-and-under pattern to create a lattice pattern. Sprinkle woven bacon with 1 teaspoon barbeque rub.
  • Arrange reserved 1/2 pound of bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on paper towels; crumble.
  • Place sausage in a large resealable plastic bag; do not close bag. Roll sausage out, still in the bag, to a square the same size as the woven bacon. Cut bag off the sausage and arrange sausage over bacon; discard bag. Sprinkle crumbled bacon, Cheddar cheese, green onions, and garlic over sausage. Pour about 3/4 bottle barbeque sauce over sausage and season with remaining barbeque rub.
  • Roll woven bacon tightly around sausage into a loaf.
  • Cook bacon-sausage loaf seam-side down in the preheated smoker for about 1 1/2 hours. Brush woven bacon with remaining barbeque sauce and continue to smoke until loaf is no longer pink in the center, about 30 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Allow loaf to rest for 30 minutes before slicing.
  • Nutrition

    507 cal.

    • Total Fat: 36g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 96mg
    • Sodium: 2239mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 120mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 358mg