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Vegetarian bacon

Vegetarian bacon is pretend bacon that is made without any meat! It's usually made from soy or seitan (a type of wheat protein) and gets its bacon-like flavor from spices like smoked paprika and liquid smoke.

Just like real bacon, vegetarian bacon can be sliced thin and cooked in a pan until it's crispy. It can be used in all the same ways as regular bacon too, like in sandwiches, on salads, or as a topping for baked potatoes. However, since it's not made from real meat, it has a different texture and taste than regular bacon, but it can still be really yummy!

Vegetarian bacon allows people who don't eat meat to enjoy a similar taste and experience to one of the most popular meats in the world, without harming any animals. Plus, it's better for the environment because raising animals for food requires a lot of resources like water, food, and land.

So if you ever see vegetarian bacon in the grocery store or on a menu, give it a try! You might be surprised how much you like it.
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