Cinnamon bacon?

[Bob Correll]

In an episode of the TV show Justified, one of the characters was frying cinnamon bacon and commenting on how wonderful it smells.

My research finds that cinnamon bacon seems to be a Kentucky thing.
(the show is set in KY)

I started the cure on half a belly yesterday using my ususal, Morton TQ & maple sugar.

This KY smokehouse states:
"We hand rub our very own blend of cinnamon, brown sugar and other seasonings before smoking this bacon to perfection."

I'd like to try cinnamon on a portion of my bacon.

Any thoughts on when it should go on?
Now, before curing, or after the cure and rinsing.

It sounds to me like the smokehouse is putting it on just prior to smoking.

Thanks!
Bob

 

[Geir Widar]

I've never tried this. Looking forward to hear about your experiences.
i'm sure you know that cinnamon is a very potent spice. A little goes a long way.

If I'd give it a try, I'd use it in the cure, rinse, and adjust after smoking.

 

[r benash]

Very interested to see how this turns out for you. Sounds good to me.

 

[j biesinger]

I little dusted on before smoking should work. I think if its in your cure, it might be a little over powering. Also consider Ceylon, as it's a bit mellower than cassia

 

[Bob Correll]

My thoughts too Jeff.
I plan to mix a small amount with some organic cane sugar, and rubbing it on just prior to smoking.

I might grate a Penzey's cinnamon stick, hoping for a fresher taste.

 

[Morgan C.]

Tell us how it works Bob! I was thinking of trying something similar!

 

[Bob Correll]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Morgan C.:
Tell us how it works Bob! I was thinking of trying something similar! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
Will do Morgan.
Four more days for the curing.

 

[Morgan C.]

Ok Bob whats up?....been past your 4 days...lets hear the report!

 

[Bob Correll]

Results posted here.