Pancetta is a lean, Italian-style bacon. Usually used in cooking, pancetta is essential in many pasta sauces, especially tomato-based ones, and is also great in soups, stews, and to flavor vegetables. Pancetta is shipped in 1-pound chunks, vacuum-packed and protected with cold packs. If you prefer to receive pancetta thinly sliced, specify in the "Message" box in the checkout process. A perishable item, pancetta may require 2nd day shipping, depending on distance.