Speck is a type of bacon from the Northern regions of Italy. Made by Recla, a well respected producer since 1919, this meat is rubbed with a mix of rock salt, sea salt, pickling salt, pepper, juniper berries, various herbs, and a hint of allspice. The speck is cured and then lightly cold-smoked over beechwood chips, producing its signature flavor.
Unlike American bacon, this type of bacon does not require any additional cooking – simply bring it to room temperature and slice it. Serve it with or without its spicy crust