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19 Pork Dishes That’ll Make You Fall in Love With Cooking Again

Published: Oct 21, 2025 by Janelle This post may contain affiliate links - read my disclaimer for full details... Leave a Comment

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If you’ve been stuck in a dinner rut, these pork recipes are here to bring the excitement back to your kitchen. Each dish is packed with flavor, from sweet and smoky glazes to tender, juicy cuts that melt in your mouth. Whether you’re cooking for family or friends, these 19 recipes prove that pork can be both simple and spectacular.

Easy Ham and Cheese Sliders

Easy Ham and Cheese Sliders with poppy seeds.
Easy Ham and Cheese Sliders. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Ham and Cheese Sliders are delicious and easy appetizer that are great for holiday parties and pot lucks! Made with ham, mozzarella cheese, mustard, butter, poppy seeds, onions and of course Hawaiian rolls!
Get the Recipe: Easy Ham and Cheese Sliders

Maple Bacon Cupcakes

A cupcake topped with whipped cream and bacon with a bite taken ot of it.
Maple Bacon Cupcakes. Photo credit: Baking Beauty.

Maple cupcakes with rich maple buttercream and crispy bacon. The best sweet and salty treat to ever hit your tastebuds.
Get the Recipe: Maple Bacon Cupcakes

Pork Ribs Dry Rub Recipe Oven

Oven-baked pork ribs with a tasty dry rub seasoning.
Pork Ribs Dry Rub Recipe Oven. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This Pork Ribs Dry Rub Recipe for the Oven makes tender, flavorful ribs. If you’re craving delicious, oven-baked pork ribs, this dry rub recipe is the perfect solution. The dry rub adds great flavor and the ribs come out tender and juicy every time.
Get the Recipe: Pork Ribs Dry Rub Recipe Oven

Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms

Stuffed mushrooms on a serving tray.
Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

These Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms are an impressive, flavorful, and memorable appetizer. Made with straightforward ingredients, they can easily be prepared ahead of time for stress-free hosting.
Get the Recipe: Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms

Bacon-Wrapped Pickle Bites

Bacon-Wrapped Pickle Bites. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

These Bacon-Wrapped Pickle Bites require just 5 straightforward ingredients and can be made and served in only 30 minutes. This recipe is low-carb, keto-friendly, gluten-free, and so easy to make!
Get the Recipe: Bacon-Wrapped Pickle Bites

Perfect Oven Bacon

Perfect Oven Bacon. Photo credit: Renee Nicole's Kitchen.

Transform your breakfast game with the ultimate bacon hack: cooking it in the oven. No more grease splatters, no flipping required. In just a few simple steps, we'll show you how to achieve the perfect crispy or chewy bacon every time, along with expert tips and creative seasoning ideas to elevate your morning routine.
Get the Recipe: Perfect Oven Bacon

Italian Sausage Meatballs

Meatballs in a white bowl with sauce and parsley.
Italian Sausage Meatballs. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

Enjoy homemade Italian Sausage Meatballs, a perfect blend of savory spices and herbs in each bite, ideal for any meal or occasion.
Get the Recipe: Italian Sausage Meatballs

Pineapple Teriyaki Pork Chops

Oven baked pork chop with pineapple and green beans, white plate wooden background.
Pineapple Teriyaki Pork Chops. Photo credit: Easy Homemade Life.

Pineapple Teriyaki Pork Chops are incredibly delicious, simple to make, and loaded with flavor. Marinate pork chops in a sweet and salty blend of pineapple juice and teriyaki sauce, then baked in the oven to tender perfection. It’s a perfect meal for a fancy weekend dinner or to serve on a busy weeknight. The best part is it calls for very basic ingredients and a few simple steps.
Get the Recipe: Pineapple Teriyaki Pork Chops

Sausage Rolls

A hand dips a sausage roll into a bowl of ketchup on a plate with several other sausage rolls.
Sausage Rolls. Photo credit: Quick Prep Recipes.

These homemade sausage rolls are the best meaty treat ever! Who can say no to a hearty sausage filling wrapped in buttery puff pastry then baked to golden brown perfection? They’re nothing like the ones you’ve had from the store - these are fresher, flakier, and pack so much flavor into small bites. One try and these sausage rolls will be your newest snack obsession!
Get the Recipe: Sausage Rolls

Bacon Wrapped Pineapple

Close-up of several bacon-wrapped items secured with toothpicks, arranged on a white surface.
Bacon Wrapped Pineapple. Photo credit: Quick Prep Recipes.

These bacon-wrapped pineapple bites are a game-changer. Soft, juicy pineapple chunks wrapped in crispy, savory bacon are amazingly simple yet surprisingly satisfying - talk about textural bliss! They’re great for entertaining or simply fulfilling your sweet and salty cravings. My 2-ingredient recipe comes together with just 10 minutes of prep time - it’s the perfect addition to your arsenal of quick and easy appetizers!
Get the Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Pineapple

Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

Sliced Smoked Bacon Wrapped Whole Pork Tenderloin on a white platter.
Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin is an easy, tasty dish that can be on the table in under 30. It's also a great chocie for meal prepping - add your favorite sides, and treat the family to a delicious meal tonight!
Get the Recipe: Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

Eggless Breakfast Casserole with Sausage

A plate of breakfast casserole on a black plate.
Eggless Breakfast Casserole with Sausage. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

No eggs, no problem! This eggless casserole is full of flavor! WIth a base of shredded potatoes and then a creamy and cheesy topping, this casserole is a family favorite!
Get the Recipe: Eggless Breakfast Casserole with Sausage

Cuban Sandwich Casserole

A piece of Cuban sandwich casserole on a plate with potato chips.
Cuban Sandwich Casserole. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

This layered casserole features all the flavors of a Cuban sandwich! There's ham, roast pork, cheese, mustard, pickles, and more, but in an easy to make, heat and serve casserole! Get your hands on this Cuban Sandwich Casserole today!
Get the Recipe: Cuban Sandwich Casserole

Peppermint Candied Bacon Cupcakes

Gold plate with cupcakes, peppermint, and candied bacon pieces.
Peppermint Candied Bacon Cupcakes. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

These delicious chocolate cupcakes are brought over the top with candied bacon and peppermint!
Get the Recipe: Peppermint Candied Bacon Cupcakes

Cornbread Stuffing

A dish of stuffing on a cutting board.
Cornbread Stuffing. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

This Homemade Cornbread Stuffing (Dressing) will become a holiday favorite! Everyone will love this classic 1970's recipe with bacon, onions, and celery to give it just the right flavor and crunch.
Get the Recipe: Cornbread Stuffing

Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Roasted brussels sprouts with caramelized edges in a serving dish.
Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

This recipe takes Brussels sprouts from boring to crave-worthy. Crispy bacon adds a salty, smoky layer of flavor, while the high roasting temperature caramelizes the sprouts for a sweet and slightly nutty taste. It's a simple side dish that complements any protein and is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Garlic Pizza Bread

Pepperoni garlic pizza bread on a cooling rack.
Garlic Pizza Bread. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

When two classic comfort foods like garlic bread and pizza combine, the result is one of the most crave-worthy dinners imaginable. This garlic bread pizza with pepperoni is the ultimate Friday night meal or quick weeknight dinner. It costs pennies compared to ordering out and couldn't be easier to make.
Get the Recipe: Garlic Pizza Bread

Bacon Egg Cups

Bacon wrapped egg cups on a plate with toast and strawberries.
Bacon Egg Cups. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Bacon egg cups are a delicious and convenient breakfast recipe perfect for eating on the go, enjoying for brunch or even snacking. Made with basil and parmesan, there’s no lack of flavor in these savory bites!
Get the Recipe: Bacon Egg Cups

Sage and Bacon Stuffing

A closeup is shown of a baking dish full of bacon and sage stuffing.
Sage and Bacon Stuffing. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This recipe takes classic stuffing with sage, onion, celery, and parsley, and add salty, savory bacon for the perfect side dish!
Get the Recipe: Sage and Bacon Stuffing

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