Diced Uncured Pancetta

"Have you noticed that most of the products at your neighborhood Trader Joe’s in Trader Joe’s label? It’s not just that we like seeing our logo. (It is handsome though, right?) There are many good reasons, including the fact that when our name is on the package, we have more control over ingredients, production, price—and everything else. Sometimes, we’ll sell another brand just until we have the opportunity to create a private label version for our customers. Trader Joe’s Diced Uncured Pancetta is a great example of this! Our Trader Joe’s Pancetta is Uncured, meaning it’s produced with no added nitrates or nitrites—except those naturally occurring in sea salt and cultured celery powder. It’s minimally processed, made with pork belly that’s imported from Italy, and it’s Diced and ready to incorporate into a variety of dishes. After sautéing Pancetta in a pan to render the fat and crisp up the cubes, make a classic carbonara pasta. Or use that rich pork flavor as a base for a sauce or stew. The crisped, melt-in-your-mouth Pancetta can also be used as a savory garnish scattered on salads, risotto, or Mashed Potatoes. Or toss it with whatever cooked vegetable you’re serving, from green beans to Brussels Sprouts!"