But saving the grease left from cooking a batch of bacon isn't just frugal, it's a great way to add flavor to future dishes—and it makes cleaning the pan easier… ... Adding pork flavor to caramelized onions (using it in place of oil or butter). • As the base for sautéeing vegetables that will go into a frittata.

Should you save your bacon grease?

Although many of us grew up with relatives who stored their bacon grease in a jar or can set on the counter or on the back of the stovetop, food safety experts don't recommend storing it that way now. Instead, store the grease in the refrigerator (up to 3 months) or freezer (indefinitely).

How long does saved bacon grease last?

Unfortunately, bacon grease will go bad, but like all fats, it will take a long time to go bad if it is being stored in the right way. Bacon grease that has been stored in the refrigerator can last for up to 6 months, and it can be used instead of butter or cooking oil in a variety of dishes.