That “Weird Lump” in Your Bacon? Here’s What It Really Is (And Why You Don’t Need to Panic)

Step 2: Examine the lump. Is it pale? Firm? Odorless? No green/black discoloration? No slime? If yes, proceed.

Step 3: Use a knife to cut around the lump. Remove it from the slice.

Step 4: Inspect the rest of the bacon. If everything else looks normal, cook as usual.

Step 5: If you’re still uncomfortable, cut off the affected slice entirely and cook the rest.

Step 6: If you’re really squicked out, toss the whole package. But know that you’re throwing away perfectly good bacon.