when is my bacon done curing?

[happy49219]

hey guys just wondering how to tell when my bacon is done curing it's been in the fridge for 5 days i'm using the 10.5 recipe. and how many days max curing?  thanks

[watchdog56]

I usually go 7 days and it turns out fine. When I did go 11 days it seemed a little tougher and chewier bacon. Just make sure you turn it every day.

[happy49219]

thanks

[ArnieM]

Seven days is my norm.  If it's thick, maybe another couple of days.  It should feel firm to the touch all over.  As WD said, keep turning it - once or twice a day.

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