Can You Freeze Bacon?

Their recommendation is that unopened bacon only be frozen up to one month. ... To freeze unopened bacon, overwrap the store package with heavy duty foil or other freezer wrapping, being sure to push all the air out of the package and tightly close the wrapping around the inside package.

Is it a good idea to freeze bacon?

Yes, you can freeze uncooked bacon. For best results, pre-freeze the bacon in portion sizes and pack portions into a freezer-safe container. It will last in the freezer for up to a year but is best eaten within six months. Either cooked or uncooked, bacon freezes well.

Does freezing bacon ruin it?

The USDA recommends using frozen bacon within four months, but that's for reasons of quality. Over longer storage times, the bacon might absorb odors from the freezer or become freezer burnt. As long as the bacon looks and smells fresh, it's perfectly good to eat even after extended freezing.