Finish the following sentence with the best choice: how to easily cut bacon and pancetta.

Choices:
- To cut pancetta or bacon into lardons, put in the freezer for 15 minutes. This will firm up the meat and make it easier to cut.
- freeze for two hours, and then take kitchen shears to cut into strips. Then use a sharp knife and mince, rubbing with a little salt as you  go.

Answer:
To cut pancetta or bacon into lardons, put in the freezer for 15 minutes. This will firm up the meat and make it easier to cut.