How long can I keep buckboard bacon?

[Jim V]

I’ve been curing 2 boneless Boston butts to fix buckboard bacon for about 10 days using the Hi Mountain cure. Yesterday I smoked them until the internal temperature was 140°, let them sit for 90 minutes at room temperature, and put them in refrigerator overnight. Tonight I’m ready to slice and cook some with eggs and grits. There’s a lot of bacon here for just me and my wife. Does anyone know how long they will keep in the refrigerator? Should I freeze them? Thanks, Jim.

 

[Dave from Denver]

It will keep 2-3 weeks in the fridge, or months in the freezer. If vacuum sealed, longer in either fridge or freezer.

 

[Jim V]

Dave, Thanks so much. I really appreciate it. Jim

 

[Dave from Denver]

no problem. I tend to keep cured cooked meats like this until they get moldy or slimy. Never notice any off flavors or smells before then.