VANDE ROSE FARMS ($13 per 12 oz package; vanderosefarms.com)
MEAT: Vegetarian-fed hogs raised on independent Iowa farms, with no added growth promotants
STYLE: Applewood smoked
CURE: Dry
TASTE: Textbook application of applewood smoke’s understated richness
USE: The rich, neutral taste of scrambled eggs gives this sensational bacon the starring role.