This specialty bacon is called "back-bacon" because it is made with pork loin, and is much leaner than American bacon which is typically made from pork belly. Each 8 oz pack contains approximately 6-8 slices ("rashers") of back-bacon. Traditional back-bacon is fabulous as part of a traditional Full English breakfast, makes an amazing B.L.T, and is a brilliant ingredient in quiche, spaghetti carbonara and soups. It is very easy to cook, and sizzles in a little oil for 3-4 minutes on each side in the pan. It has a delicious meaty texture and is not smoked, so the meat flavor really shines through.